I source my scripts and some other folders, but images, models, etc. are huge.
Just curious what other indies are doing or larger studios re: backing up huge game files. I keep a raided 4T drive, one at the office, one at home. It seems like there must be a better way!
https://git-lfs.github.com/ is one solution for handling large binary files with git.
http://git-annex.branchable.com/ is another.
Github does provide support for git LFS, no clue how annex interacts with it.
I’ve not personally used either so can’t really comment on how well they work.
Thanks much for this! I will ook into sourcing my large assets.
What about backing things up. I have several drives that I use, but what if my house had a fire, or something? One of the benefits with github is that you know that there is a perpetual online record of your work?
I don’t think I’d use github for offsite backups, I’d probably look at something that is designed specifically for that.
I’d probably look for other reviews just to get a broader idea of whats out there, but https://www.pcmag.com/roundup/226992/the-best-online-backup-services has a pretty good list of services you can start with.