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| -We don't allow database changes between major releases, which means that we have to get the database just right. This provides you with a stable environment to work with but unfortunately means that release cycles can be slower. Due to the long time, an uncountable number of things have been improved, but it also means that the upgrade process might be a bit more hands-on depending on your setup.
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| -!Release Numbering Convention
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| -bitweaver is released using X.Y.Z numerical notations which are standard in the software industry. here is a breif overview:
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| -|| -=Rev=- | -=Rev=- | -=Rev=- | -=Desription=- | -=Upgrade Instructions=-
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| -__X__ | 0 | 0 | This is the __major__ release, and indicates significant architectural changes in the database schema and code structure. This is the number used for "((ReleaseOne|R1))" or "((ReleaseTwo|R2))", etc. | You will need to run the GUI installer and follow the upgrade path. Be sure to __run a test upgrade on a backup database first__ in case there are errors in the upgrade.
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| - X | __Y__ | 0 | This is the __minor__ release which indicates no architectural or database changes have been made, however new packages or significant features have been added. | Simply replace your install with the last source (being mindful of retaining your storage/ directory and kernel/config_ing.php - we highly recommend ((cvs)) checkouts to make upgrading a breeze.
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| -X | Y | __Z__ | This is a __bug fix__ release that simply fixes issues with existing code. No architectural or database changes have been made. | Same as __minor__ release. See above.
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| +We don't allow database changes between major releases, which means that we have to get the database just right. This provides you with a stable environment to work with but unfortunately means [http://www.best essay tips|custom term papers] that release cycles can be slower. Due to the long time, an uncountable number of things have been improved, but it also means that the upgrade process might be a bit more hands-on depending on your setup. |
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| ! Major Revision Upgrade Instructions
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| !! Database and Files
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