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Backups

Workshop 29 - Winter Semester 2026-27

Field Details
Date 4 November 2026
Time 14:00 - 15:30
Location House of Prominence, Attic (Top floor), Luxemburger Str. 299, Cologne
Speaker TBC
Prerequisites Bring your laptop and note where your research data is currently kept
Materials status Upcoming workshop — materials will be added before the session.
Slides / recording Slides and checklist will be linked here once available.

Overview

Practical backup plans, versioned snapshots, restore testing, and routine automation.

Data loss is one of the most common yet preventable disruptions to research. This practical workshop guides participants through establishing resilient, automated backup routines for their data, analysis code, and writing projects.

Topics Covered

  • The 3-2-1 Backup Rule: Understanding 3 copies, 2 different media types, 1 off-site location
  • Local vs Cloud Solutions: Sciebo, institutional NAS storage, external hard drives, and cloud backups
  • Versioned Snapshots: Preventing accidental file overwriting and ransomware impact with versioned history
  • Automation: Setting up automated sync and backup routines on Windows, macOS, and Linux
  • Restore Testing: Why a backup is not a backup until you have successfully restored from it
  • Checklist & Audit: Reviewing and auditing your personal and lab backup arrangements

Session Details

  • Date: 4 November 2026
  • Time: 14:00 - 15:30
  • Location: House of Prominence, Attic (Top floor), Luxemburger Str. 299, Cologne
  • Speaker: TBC

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