This document discusses integrating backup into GitOps CI/CD pipelines for Kubernetes applications. It notes that persistent application data is not captured in version control and backups are needed. It presents scenarios where data is added, modified, or corrupted and how backup and recovery through Kanister can provide a solution. The execution flow of Kanister backups is described involving ActionSets, controllers, blueprints, Kanister functions, workloads, and object storage. The roadmap includes additional backup features and using Kanister with data service operators. Readers are encouraged to provide feedback and contribute to the open source project.