Disaster Recovery Planning
Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) is a structured methodology for creating and implementing processes to recover IT systems, data, and operations after a disruptive event such as natural disasters, cyberattacks, or hardware failures. It involves identifying critical assets, defining recovery objectives, and establishing procedures to minimize downtime and data loss. The goal is to ensure business continuity by restoring essential functions as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Developers should learn and use Disaster Recovery Planning to protect applications and infrastructure from unexpected outages, which can lead to financial losses, reputational damage, and legal issues. It is crucial for roles in DevOps, cloud engineering, and system administration, especially when working with mission-critical systems in industries like finance, healthcare, or e-commerce. Implementing DRP helps meet compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and enhances system resilience in cloud environments like AWS or Azure.