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pgxbackup: Continuity Support for pgBackRest

PGX has launched pgxbackup, a fork providing continuity support for the venerable pgBackRest, whose active maintenance had ceased. This move ensures the continued reliability of a critical PostgreSQL backup tool, addressing concerns for DBAs who rely on its established feature set. It highlights the community effort often needed to sustain vital open-source infrastructure.

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PGX (pgexperts.com) has announced pgxbackup, a new project designed to provide ongoing support and maintenance for pgBackRest, a widely respected backup and restore solution for PostgreSQL. This initiative comes as active maintenance for the original pgBackRest has reportedly wound down, leaving a gap for the numerous organizations and DBAs who depend on its robust capabilities. PGX is stepping in to ensure the long-term viability of this essential tool.

  • pgxbackup will specifically focus on addressing critical bug fixes and security issues.
  • The project is committed to maintaining compatibility with future PostgreSQL releases as they emerge.
  • It guarantees functional continuity, meaning existing pgBackRest backup repositories will remain restorable, and the configuration language will stay consistent.
  • The project is open-source under the same license as pgBackRest, actively encouraging outside contributions, bug reports, and compatibility patches.
  • The name change to pgxbackup was made at the request of pgBackRest's original creator, David Steele, to distinguish it from the original project. This development is crucial for the PostgreSQL ecosystem, as it secures the future of a "gold standard" backup utility. By taking up the mantle, PGX is providing a vital service to the community, ensuring that PostgreSQL users can continue to rely on a well-maintained and compatible backup solution.