Subversion for Administrators Training Course

SVN Server Setup

• Installation of the package and all necessary dependencies
• Creation of single or multiple repositories, considering optimal placement, performing initial imports, and migrating from CVS and other version control systems

Fine-Tuning Access Schemes, Including HTTP, HTTPS, SVN, SVN+SSH, File, and Special Considerations

• Configuring Apache modules
• Utilizing SSH environment variables to streamline SVN+SSH URLs
• Defining appropriate user databases and designing complex access control lists or authorization patterns
• Integrating with LDAP, domain controllers, MySQL, PAM, and other authentication systems

Configuring an Optimal Repository Layout

• Each sub-project features a complete tree structure (trunk, branches, tags). This approach is suitable for sub-projects that are inclusive and self-contained, with minimal inter-dependencies and stable, mature APIs.
• All modules reside on trunk, branches, and tags. This is ideal for logically compact projects where strong coupling exists among modules.
• Understanding the differences and benefits of each layout strategy

Backup Strategy and Disaster Recovery

• Backup strategies, including native methods using svn sync and third-party tools like rsync and hot copy
• Comparing whole repository backups against individual revision checkouts or dumps
• Disaster recovery procedures
• Permanently removing files and history

Essential Knowledge for Managing Repositories

• Normal workflow cycles with Subversion (hands-on practice)
• Creating branches and tags
• Setting up locks and other controls
• Designing client-side tools and integrating them with IDEs
• Selecting and configuring repository browsing tools
• Establishing general user policies, including setting Subversion hooks for strict restrictions
• Designing automatic checkout, build, or compilation processes, as well as automated testing