/frappe-backup

Frappe Backup Command

Create comprehensive backups of Frappe sites:

1. Verify bench directory: Ensure we're in a Frappe bench
2. List sites: Display all available sites
3. Get backup details:
   • Site name to backup
   • Backup type (database only, files only, or both)
   • Whether to include private files
   • Whether to include public files
   • Compression preference
4. Backup options: Explain and offer:
   • Regular backup: bench --site <site-name> backup
   • With files: bench --site <site-name> backup --with-files
   • Verbose output: Add --verbose flag
   • Backup to specific path: --backup-path-db and --backup-path-files
5. Execute backup: Run the selected backup command
6. Verify backup: Check that backup files were created:
   • Database backup (.sql.gz)
   • Private files backup (if requested)
   • Public files backup (if requested)
7. Display backup information:
   • Backup file locations
   • Backup file sizes
   • Timestamp of backup
   • Retention policy reminder
8. Post-backup suggestions:
   • Recommend offsite backup storage
   • Suggest automated backup scheduling
   • Provide restore command reference
   • Mention S3/cloud backup options

Best practices: Remind users about the 3-2-1 backup rule and the importance of testing restore procedures.