For the CSV export part, yes, phpMyAdmin is the easiest way to export them - not to mention the most versatile. How I store them? Look at all of your jos_admintools_* tables. The names of the tables and fields are self-explanatory. I try to design my database schemata using plain English. It's easier for me to remember what each field does and easier for you to import/export data ;)
Regarding the hat, it was a JaB11 joke but now it's for real:
Akeeba Backup's merchandise store is now on-line. And, yes, the hat I'm wearing in my avatar picture (credits go to David Deutsch of
Valanx.org and AEC fame) is of course available on the store. In fact, all the designs I was wearing in J and Beyond 2011 are available in the store :)
The affiliates programme will be ready as soon as I develop that feature in Akeeba Subscriptions and figure out the legalities with my accountant. You wouldn't believe how hard it is to setup an affiliate programme if you're a sole proprietorship based in Greece!
Nicholas K. Dionysopoulos
Lead Developer and Director
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