Introduction to Apache HBase Snapshots, Part 2: Deeper Dive by Matteo Bertozzi.
From the post:
In Part 1 of this series about Apache HBase snapshots, you learned how to use the new Snapshots feature and a bit of theory behind the implementation. Now, it’s time to dive into the technical details a bit more deeply.
I have been reading about writing styles recently and one author suggested that every novel start with the second chapter.
That is show the characters in action and get the audience to caring about them before filling in the background.
All of the details in Matteo’s post are important, but you have to get near the end to answer the question: Why should I care?
Try this:
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Have you ever deleted a file or table that should not have been deleted?
The cloning and restoration features of HBase snapshots can save you embarrassment, awkward explanations and possibly even your position.
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Now read Matteo’s post.
Did that make a difference?