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- [x] Verify that the copilot-instructions.md file in the .github directory is created.

- [x] Clarify Project Requirements
	Project: Linux backup system with GUI button for rebooting and cloning internal HDD to external M.2 SSD
	Language: Python with tkinter for GUI
	Requirements: Backup script, GUI interface, systemd service for reboot integration

- [x] Scaffold the Project
	Project structure created with:
	- backup_manager.py: GUI application with tkinter
	- backup_script.sh: Command-line backup script
	- install.sh: Installation and setup script
	- README.md: Comprehensive documentation

- [x] Customize the Project
	Customized with backup-specific features:
	- Drive detection and validation
	- GUI with progress monitoring
	- Reboot integration capabilities
	- Safety checks and confirmations
	- Desktop integration support

- [x] Install Required Extensions
	No VS Code extensions required for this Python/Bash project

- [x] Compile the Project
	Dependencies installed and scripts tested:
	- python3-tk for GUI interface
	- pv for progress monitoring
	- All scripts executable and functional

- [x] Create and Run Task
	No build task needed - Python/Bash scripts are ready to run

- [x] Launch the Project
	Project successfully launches:
	- GUI: python3 backup_manager.py
	- CLI: ./backup_script.sh --help
	- Installation: ./install.sh

- [x] Ensure Documentation is Complete
	Documentation completed:
	- README.md with comprehensive setup and usage instructions
	- copilot-instructions.md properly configured
	- All safety warnings and technical details included