Is it worth it to have a separate partition for /home?

You can definitely manage without a separate /home. It makes switching distros easier since you won't wipe out your home directory, but it could lead to lazy backup habits. Also, if you run out of space on /home, it won’t affect the root partition, but honestly, storage is cheap nowadays, so having extra space on a single partition might be enough for most users!

There are definite perks to having your data on a separate partition or drive. It makes backups easier and keeps things organized. I personally use a separate storage method, and it works just as well as having a dedicated /home partition. Just make sure to set up a solid backup strategy for your data!

Consider using btrfs with subvolumes, including one for @home. This gives you flexibility with space and maintains all the benefits of a separate partition, plus it simplifies backups. You won't stress about running out of space either!

It really depends on personal preference. Sure, separate partitions offer some convenience, but having everything on one partition can work just fine too. It's all about what makes your workflow easier.

I’ve always preferred to keep /home on a different drive entirely. When I switch machines, I just plug in my drive, and everything is right there, no hassle! It's great because I can access my files whether I'm using a laptop or a server, which is convenient.