Database migration with Flyway

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Flyway manages database schema evolution through versioned SQL scripts. Migration files follow naming convention—V1__initial_schema.sql, V2__add_users_table.sql. Flyway tracks applied migrations in a schema history table. Migrations run automatically on application startup or via Maven/Gradle. Repeatable migrations use R__ prefix for views, procedures. Baseline existing databases with flyway.baseline-on-migrate. Validation ensures applied migrations match filesystem. Flyway supports SQL and Java-based migrations. The tool enables version control for database changes, making deployments repeatable and auditable. Multiple environments use same migrations with different data. Flyway integrates seamlessly with Spring Boot via auto-configuration. Proper migration strategy is crucial for production database management.