Subversion for Administrators Training Course

SVN Server Setup for Government

• Install the package and all dependencies.
• Create one repository or several repositories with thoughtful location considerations, including initial imports and migrations from CVS and other version control systems.

Fine-Tune Access Schemes for Government

• Configure Apache modules to support various access schemes.
• Utilize SSH environment variables to shorten svn+ssh:// URLs.
• Define appropriate user databases and design complex access control lists or authorization patterns.
• Integrate with LDAP, domain controllers, MySQL, PAM, and other authentication systems for robust user management.

Configure a Sensible Repository Layout for Government

• Each sub-project should have a complete tree structure including trunk, branches, and tags. This is suitable for sub-projects that are inclusive and self-contained with minimal inter-dependence and stable, mature APIs.
• All modules should exist in the trunk, branches, and tags. This is appropriate for logically compact projects where there is strong coupling among modules.
• Understand the differences and benefits of each layout approach.

Backup Strategy and Disaster Recovery for Government

• Develop a backup strategy, including native methods such as svn sync, third-party tools like rsync, and hot copy.
• Decide between whole repository backups and individual revision checkouts or dumps.
• Implement disaster recovery procedures.
• Address the permanent removal of files and their history.

Basic Knowledge About Managing Repositories for Government

• Understand the normal working cycle with Subversion, including hands-on practices.
• Create branches and tags as needed.
• Implement locks and other controls to manage access.
• Design client-side tools and integrate them with Integrated Development Environments (IDEs).
• Choose and configure repository viewing facilities for easy monitoring.
• Set general user policies, including the configuration of Subversion hooks to enforce hard restrictions.
• Design automatic check-out, build, compilation processes, and even automated testing to streamline operations.