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The Importance of Version Control for Databases
This chapter explores the prevalence of Git as the preferred version control system for databases and highlights the benefits of version control, including tracking changes, having a history, and the use of branches. It discusses the two models of source controlling a database, the challenges of schema change management, and the role of version control in database deployments. The chapter also addresses the immaturity of tools in database version control and the need for better support in managing database data during deployments.