How to create a backup of a database using phpMyAdmin?

@dalton_moen 

To create a backup of a database using phpMyAdmin, follow these steps:

1. Open phpMyAdmin in your web browser by entering the server URL followed by "/phpmyadmin" (e.g., "http://localhost/phpmyadmin").
2. Login to phpMyAdmin using your username and password.
3. Select the database you want to backup from the list of databases on the left-hand side.
4. Once the database is selected, click on the "Export" tab in the top navigation menu.
5. On the "Export" page, you'll see several options for customizing the backup. By default, all tables in the database will be selected for export. If you only want to backup specific tables, you can manually select them or choose to export only the structure or data of the tables.
6. Under the "Export method" section, make sure "Quick" is selected. This option will export the database's structure and data in SQL format.
7. Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the "Go" button to initiate the backup process.
8. phpMyAdmin will generate a SQL file containing the backup of your database. You'll be prompted to save the file on your computer. Choose a location and click on "Save" to save the backup file.

You have now successfully created a backup of your database using phpMyAdmin. Remember to regularly create backups to ensure the safety and integrity of your data.