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# How to run safe migrations using feature flags

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This video explains how to perform a zero-downtime database migration using LaunchDarkly’s migration flags.

Migration can be a risky, high stakes process that disrupts users from their daily workflow. This step-by-step process shows you how to set up a database migration and monitor metrics and errors conveniently on the LaunchDarkly dashboard.

## How to run safe migrations using feature flags

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