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What does "migration" mean in programming?
migration is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A versioned script that changes the database schema: adding or removing tables, columns, or indexes. Migrations allow schema changes to be tracked in version control and applied consistently across environments.
Example
"Run the migration to add the new column before deploying the application update."
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