Database Schema Migrations
Manage changes to your database schema using Prisma Migrate for smooth development and deployment.
What are Database Migrations?
As your application evolves, so does its database structure, also known as its schema.
Database migrations are like version control for your database schema. They are a way to manage changes to your database structure in a controlled and trackable manner.
- They ensure your database matches your application's needs.
- They prevent data loss during schema changes.
- They provide a clear history of all schema modifications.
Why Use Prisma Migrate?
Managing database schema changes manually can be complex and error-prone. Prisma Migrate simplifies this process significantly.
- Automatic Generation: It generates SQL migration files based on changes in your Prisma schema.
- History Tracking: It keeps a history of applied migrations, making rollbacks and team collaboration easier.
- Environment Consistency: Ensures your development, staging, and production databases all have the correct schema.
All lessons in this course
- Setting Up Prisma ORM
- CRUD with Server Actions
- Database Schema Migrations
- Database Seeding & Connection Pooling