Define What to Archive
Capture more than just leaderboard data. Include deck seeds, match footage, commentary transcripts, and community interviews. The more context you store, the more valuable the archive becomes.
- Deck seed files and configuration details.
- Full match recordings plus highlight reels.
- Pre and post match interviews, commentary notes, chat logs.
Standardize Metadata
Metadata keeps archives searchable. Adopt a schema referencing ISO dates, event codes, and player IDs. Store everything in CSV or JSON alongside the media files.
| Field | Example |
|---|---|
| event_id | 2025SGC_SUMMER |
| deck_seed | KLON_2025_14857 |
| player_handles | ["TempoFox", "DeckPilot"] |
| result | TempoFox win 2-1 |
Storage and Redundancy
Follow the 3-2-1 rule: three copies, two mediums, one offsite. Use fast storage (NVMe) for current season material and cloud archival platforms for long term preservation.
Suggested stack
- RAID storage on-site for active projects.
- Backblaze B2 or AWS Glacier for cold storage.
- LTO tapes or M-DISC for decade long retention.
Documentation and Access
Create an archive guide detailing file structure, naming conventions, and access permissions. Provide a public index when possible so researchers can request specific footage.
Community Contributions
Invite players to submit personal stories, photos, or fan art. Curate these alongside official material so the archive reflects the full culture of solitaire.