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@Marvin Can prefect.yaml of deployments be split into several files? Should it be?
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Yes, in Prefect 3.x, you have significant flexibility in how you organize your deployment configurations. Here's what you should know: 1. Multiple Configuration Files: You can have multiple YAML configuration files for different deployments. They don't all need to be named
prefect.yaml
- you can use any name with a
.yaml
extension. 2. Custom File Location: When deploying, you can specify a custom configuration file using the
--prefect-file
argument:
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prefect deploy --prefect-file path/to/your/custom-deployment.yaml
3. Should you split them? It depends on your use case: Benefits of splitting: - Better organization for large projects with many deployments - Easier management of environment-specific configurations - Clearer separation of concerns When to keep it unified: - Small projects with few deployments - When all deployments share similar configurations - When simplicity is preferred over organization 4. Best Practices: - Version control all your deployment configuration files - Use clear, descriptive names for different configuration files - Consider organizing by environment or team if splitting - Document the purpose of each configuration file For more details on deployment configuration options, you can refer to the official documentation. Note: While this flexibility exists, remember that keeping your configuration organized and documented is more important than whether it's split or unified. Choose the approach that makes the most sense for your team's workflow and maintenance needs.