Validating an Umbraco 13 to 17 Upgrade with a Sitemap Audit
How I used a small .NET console tool to crawl a sitemap, compare Umbraco 13 and 17 environments, and quickly find broken pages after an upgrade.
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Fix Draft Block Grid/List Items After Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 (Vary by Culture Element Types)
Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17 and suddenly seeing Draft blocks or empty content in other languages? This post shows the cause, the SQL fix to apply before upgrading, and how to validate everything after the migration.
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Upgrading from Umbraco 13 to 17: My Practical Approach
A practical, phased approach to upgrading an Umbraco project from version 13 to 17, based on real-world experience and common pitfalls.
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Missing umbracoExternalLogin Data After Migration in Umbraco 13
During a migration from Nested Content to Block List in Umbraco 13, I noticed that the `umbracoExternalLogin` table had suddenly become empty. The reason turned out to be missing external login provider settings in my local `appsettings.json`. In this post, I explain why Umbraco automatically removes those records, reference the code behind it, and share how to avoid losing login data during local migrations.
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Avoiding Migration Pitfalls: A Workaround for Upgrading Umbraco Forms to 13.4.0
Learn how to avoid issues when upgrading Umbraco Forms from older versions to 13.4.0. Discover a simple workaround to resolve the "Invalid column name" error and ensure a smooth migration process.
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Migration from 8 to 13 - A Basic Step-by-Step Guide - Part 2
Migrating from Umbraco 8 to 13 can be complex, but using uSync simplifies the process. This step-by-step guide outlines the key stages: preparing your Umbraco 8 site, upgrading to Umbraco 10 as an intermediate step, and then moving to Umbraco 13. Learn how to utilize uSync for exporting and importing configurations, converting legacy Nested Content to the Block List Editor, and avoiding common pitfalls during migration. With thorough preparation, proper backups, and best practices, this guide helps ensure a smooth and successful upgrade, leveraging tools like NestedContentMigrator and community resources for support.
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Migration from 8 to 13 - A Basic Step-by-Step Guide - Part 1
Migrate your Umbraco project smoothly with our comprehensive step-by-step guide. This tutorial covers the transition from Umbraco 8 to 10 and finally to Umbraco 13, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal functionality. Learn how to handle database migrations, uSync exports, and content type updates, including the crucial shift from Nested Content to Block List Editor. Stay updated with practical tips and detailed procedures to make your migration process efficient and successful. Adaptability is key—follow our guidelines and be prepared for specific adjustments to suit your project needs.
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