Articles by Shiv Iyer

About Shiv Iyer

Open Source Database Systems Engineer with a deep understanding of Optimizer Internals, Performance Engineering, Scalability and Data SRE. Shiv currently is the Founder, Investor, Board Member and CEO of multiple Database Systems Infrastructure Operations companies in the Transaction Processing Computing and ColumnStores ecosystem. He is also a frequent speaker in open source software conferences globally.

PostgreSQL Log File Mastery: Optimizing Database Performance Through Advanced Log Analysis

PostgreSQL Log Analysis : (You can download PDF of this post here) This comprehensive guide from MinervaDB, authored by PostgreSQL expert Shiv Iyer, equips PostgreSQL Database Architects, Administrators, and Engineers with practical strategies to use [...]

The Ultimate Guide to PostgreSQL Indexing: Boost Database Performance Like a Pro

Key Takeaways Proper indexing can accelerate queries by 100x+ PostgreSQL offers 6 specialised index types for different data scenarios Strategic indexing reduces server costs by up to 50% Common indexing mistakes cost companies $12M+ annually [...]

Redis Performance Tuning 2025

Unlock the Full Potential of Your Redis Deployment with Proven Optimization Strategies Redis Performance Tuning is more than just a technical tweak—it’s a critical strategy for success in today’s high-stakes digital landscape. Whether you're powering [...]

Optimizing Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL

Optimizing Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL: Architectural Deep Dive and Performance Enhancement Strategies To begin with, Amazon Aurora for PostgreSQL combines open-source flexibility with cloud-optimized scalability. Moreover, it actively delivers enterprise-grade availability and performance while significantly reducing [...]

PostgreSQL Temporary Data Performance Optimization

Advanced PostgreSQL Temporary Data Performance Optimization and Diagnostics When addressing PostgreSQL temporary data performance degradation, database administrators should implement a systematic approach focusing on the following critical subsystems: Memory Buffer Architecture & Configuration temp_buffers: This [...]

Analyzing and Optimizing Log Buffer Performance in PostgreSQL

Comprehensive Guide to Analyzing and Optimizing PostgreSQL Log Buffer Performance To effectively analyze PostgreSQL log buffer performance, it is important to follow a structured approach. Log buffers refer to the memory area PostgreSQL uses for [...]

Using Batch-to-CPU Ratio in PostgreSQL Performance Troubleshooting

How do you derive and use the Batch-to-CPU Ratio in PostgreSQL Performance Troubleshooting? To effectively examine the performance of PostgreSQL log buffers, you can use the following approaches. Log buffers refer to the memory area [...]

Troubleshooting and Resolving AUTO_INCREMENT Max Value Issues in MySQL and MariaDB

Troubleshooting and Resolving AUTO_INCREMENT Max Value Issues in MySQL and MariaDB Troubleshooting AUTO_INCREMENT Max Value Problems in MySQL and MariaDB requires identifying and resolving issues when an AUTO_INCREMENT column reaches its maximum value. When this [...]

Resource Semaphore Mechanisms in InnoDB

InnoDB Synchronization Mechanisms: Understanding Semaphore-Like Constructs for Concurrency Management InnoDB employs various synchronization mechanisms to manage concurrency and resource allocation, which function similarly to resource semaphores. While the term "resource semaphore" is not explicitly used [...]

Resolving MySQL Error 1412 and Understanding Transaction Isolation Levels

Resolving MySQL Error 1412 and Understanding Transaction Isolation Levels Understanding MySQL Transaction Error 1412 and Isolation Levels Error 1412: "Table definition has changed, please retry transaction" MySQL Error 1412 occurs when a transaction attempts to [...]