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Optimizing PostgreSQL Performance: A Comprehensive Guide to Rowstore Index Implementation and Tuning

In PostgreSQL, rowstore indexes refer to the standard method of indexing where the database stores and manages data in rows. PostgreSQL supports several types of indexes, including B-tree, Hash, GiST, SP-GiST, GIN, and BRIN, each [...]

PostgreSQL for SQL Server DBAs – What is an alternative to sys.dm_exec_query_stats in the PostgreSQL world?

sys.dm_exec_query_stats is a Dynamic Management View (DMV) in Microsoft SQL Server that provides performance statistics for cached query plans in SQL Server. It’s used for monitoring and identifying performance issues with SQL queries. This DMV […]

Optimizing Query Performance in PostgreSQL 16 with the Advanced auto_explain Extension

To use the advanced auto_explain extension in PostgreSQL 16, you should first load it into the server. This can be done by adding auto_explain to either session_preload_libraries or shared_preload_libraries in the postgresql.conf file. This setup [...]

Composite Indexes in PostgreSQL

Composite indexes in PostgreSQL are a powerful tool designed to optimize database performance. They are a type of database index that encompasses more than one column of a table, making them specifically beneficial for complex […]

Optimizing PostgreSQL Performance: Mastering Checkpointing Configuration

Checkpointing in PostgreSQL is a crucial process that impacts its performance in several ways. Here's a brief overview: Impact of Checkpointing on Performance: I/O Activity: During a checkpoint, PostgreSQL writes all modified data pages (known [...]

Adaptive Joins in PostgreSQL 16 (mimicked feature)

Introduction PostgreSQL does not natively support "Adaptive Hash Joins" as a built-in feature. In PostgreSQL, the query planner chooses join methods such as nested loop, hash join, and merge join based on the statistics and [...]

Optimize PostgreSQL Performance: Strategic Use of SKIP_DATABASE_STATS and ONLY_DATABASE_STATS

Configuring SKIP_DATABASE_STATS and ONLY_DATABASE_STATS in PostgreSQL requires careful consideration to ensure optimal performance: In summary, while these options can customize backups to suit specific needs, their incorrect usage can lead to performance issues or incomplete [...]

Speed Up Your PostgreSQL 16 Backups with Improved pg_dump

In PostgreSQL 16, pg_dump has become faster due to the introduction of new compression methods: LZ4 and ZSTD. Example: When using pg_dump in PostgreSQL 16, you can specify the compression method: Here, -F c specifies [...]

Installing and Configuring pgvector in PostgreSQL: A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction pgvector is an open-source extension for PostgreSQL designed to efficiently handle vector data within the database. It's particularly useful for machine learning and similar applications where working with vector data is common. Step-by-Step Guide [...]

Step-by-Step Guide to Migrating from PostgreSQL 11 to 15 Using pg_upgrade

Discover a comprehensive guide on how to seamlessly migrate from PostgreSQL 11 to 15 using the pg_upgrade tool. Our step-by-step tutorial ensures a smooth and efficient database upgrade process with minimal disruption, covering installation, preparation, execution, and post-upgrade steps. Perfect for database administrators looking to upgrade to PostgreSQL 15 with confidence. [...]

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