Database Insights

Measure and reclaim PostgreSQL index bloat using pgstatindex and REINDEX CONCURRENTLY. Learn safe online index rebuilding and autovacuum tuning to prevent future bloat.

A detailed comparison of Google Cloud SQL, Amazon RDS, and Azure Database for MySQL and PostgreSQL — HA architecture, failover times, connection pooling, pricing for equivalent instances, and platform-specific features.

Compare PostgreSQL backup approaches: logical dumps, physical base backups, and WAL-G incremental cloud backups. Covers PITR, restore speed, and backup verification.

Set up PgBouncer in transaction pooling mode to handle thousands of PostgreSQL connections. Configuration, monitoring with SHOW POOLS, and common pitfalls.

PostgreSQL offers multiple index types for different access patterns — and choosing wrong means slow queries or wasted space. A comprehensive guide to indexing strategy, from type selection to monitoring and maintenance.

Configure PostgreSQL logical replication for selective table sync and zero-downtime major version upgrades. Covers publications, subscriptions, and replication slot monitoring.

PostgreSQL disaster recovery requires more than just running pg_dump — it needs WAL archiving, PITR capability, regular restore testing, and clear RTO/RPO targets. Here's how to build it.

Deploy a production PostgreSQL HA cluster with Patroni and etcd. Covers configuration, patronictl commands, HAProxy integration, and failover procedures.

An honest comparison of MongoDB and PostgreSQL in 2026 — document model vs relational model, JSONB as a document store, ACID transaction trade-offs, horizontal scaling, licensing, and migration paths.

Set up PostgreSQL streaming replication from scratch. Covers primary configuration, standby base backup, replication monitoring, and manual failover promotion.

PostgreSQL 13 will officially reach end of life on November 13, 2025. After this date, the PostgreSQL Global Development Group will stop releasing security patc

PostgreSQL 17 is one of the most impactful releases in years. Incremental backups, vacuum improvements, logical replication failover slots, and planner enhancements are all production-critical changes.