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Storing Projects Files

Project Storage Best Practices On Windows​

1. Primary Drive Storage​

Store projects on your main internal SSD (e.g., C:\ Drive) for improved performance and reliability:

  • SSD Benefits: Faster read/write speeds, enhanced project load times, and reduced risk of mechanical failure.

2. Avoid External Drives​

While external drives are convenient, they’re prone to degradation, especially HDDs. Instead:

  • Opt for internal SSDs or high-quality USB 3.0 drives if external storage is needed.

3. Organized Directory Structure​

Create a clear folder hierarchy, like Documents/BMD_Projects, to keep projects organized:

  • Example: 
    C:\Users\YourName\Documents\BMD_Projects\ProjectName

4. Use Version Control​

Integrate Git or other VCS tools to manage versions and avoid redundant copies:

  • Recommendation: Use platforms like GitHub or Bitbucket for cloud versioning. Here’s an in-depth guide to setting up and using version control for your project:

Version control tracks changes to your project files, making it easy to manage updates, collaborate, and revert to previous versions. Git is a widely used version control system, and GitHub provides a remote repository option. Here’s how to set up version control:

Step 1: Install Git​

  1. Download Git from git-scm.com and follow the installation instructions.
  2. Configure Git by running the following commands in your terminal: 
    git config --global user.name "Your Name"
    git config --global user.email "[email protected]"

Step 2: Initialize Git in Your Project Directory​

  1. Open a terminal in your project folder and initialize Git: 
    cd path/to/your/project
    git init
  2. This creates a .git folder to track changes.

Step 3: Create a Repository on GitHub​

  1. Go to GitHub and create a new repository for your project.
  2. Copy the repository URL for setup.
  1. In your terminal, link your local repository to GitHub: 
    git remote add origin <repository-url>
  2. Verify the link with git remote -v.

Step 5: Commit and Push Changes​

  1. Add files to the staging area: 
    git add .
  2. Commit your changes: 
    git commit -m "Initial commit"
  3. Push the changes to GitHub: 
    git push -u origin main

Step 6: Managing Changes​

  • Use git status to check modified files.
  • To pull updates from GitHub, use git pull.
  • Make regular commits to track changes and use GitHub’s interface to manage branches and collaborate with others.

5. Regular Backups​

Automate backups to an external drive or cloud storage to ensure data recovery:

  • Tip: Schedule weekly or bi-weekly backups.

Project Storage Best Practices on Linux​

1. Primary Drive Storage​

Store projects on your main internal SSD (e.g., ~/Projects on /home) for fast and reliable performance:

  • SSD Benefits: Faster read/write speeds, enhanced project load times, and less risk of mechanical failure compared to HDDs.

2. Avoid External Drives​

While external drives offer flexibility, they degrade faster, especially HDDs. If you need additional storage:

  • Opt for an internal SSD or high-quality USB 3.0/SSD external drive.

3. Organized Directory Structure​

Maintain a well-organized folder hierarchy, like ~/Projects/BMD_Projects, to simplify navigation:

  • Example: 
    /home/YourUsername/Projects/BMD_Projects/ProjectName

4. Use Version Control​

Implement Git or another VCS for tracking changes and collaborating. Here’s how to set up Git:

Step 1: Install Git​

  1. Install Git using your package manager: +++ Debian/Ubuntu 
    sudo apt install git
    +++ Fedora 
    sudo dnf install git
    +++ Arch 
    sudo pacman -S git
    +++
  2. Configure Git: 
    git config --global user.name "Your Name"
    git config --global user.email "[email protected]"

Step 2: Initialize Git in Your Project Directory​

  1. Navigate to your project folder and initialize Git: 
    cd /home/YourUsername/Projects/ProjectName
    git init
  1. Create a new repository on GitHub and copy the URL.
  2. Link the local repository to GitHub: 
    git remote add origin <repository-url>

Step 4: Commit and Push Changes​

  1. Stage your files: 
    git add .
  2. Commit the changes: 
    git commit -m "Initial commit"
  3. Push to GitHub: 
    git push -u origin main

Step 5: Manage Changes​

  • Check changes with git status.
  • Pull updates from GitHub with git pull.
  • Make frequent commits to keep your project history updated.

5. Regular Backups​

Automate backups to another storage location, such as a secondary internal drive or cloud storage, to ensure project safety:

  • Tip: Use rsync for scheduled backups or services like Dropbox for cloud storage.