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Database Migration
Definition
A controlled change to a database structure, such as adding a new field, applied in a safe and repeatable way.
Why it matters
Migrations let your data structure evolve without losing data or breaking your app, which is essential as features change.
Example
A developer runs a migration to add a phone number field to the existing users table.
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