v.23.11New Feature

Add External Python Tool for Viewing Backups

Official CH changelog text
Add an external Python tool to view backups and to extract information from them without using ClickHouse. #56268 (Vitaly Baranov).
Added an external Python tool to inspect ClickHouse backups and extract information without needing to run ClickHouse itself.

Why it matters

This feature provides a convenient way to view and analyze ClickHouse backup data independently from the ClickHouse server, enabling easier backup verification and data extraction processes.

How to use it

Users can utilize the provided Python tool outside of ClickHouse by running it in their Python environment to open and explore backup files directly.

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