by Pratik Kumar Saha | Jan 8, 2026 | Blog, PostgreSQL
SUMMARY: PostgreSQL utilizes TOAST (The Oversized-Attribute Storage Technique) to efficiently store large column values, though this mechanism can trigger performance-degrading disk spills during complex queries if not properly managed. TOAST automatically compresses...
by Pratik Kumar Saha | Jan 2, 2026 | Blog, PostgreSQL
Summary pgbench, PostgreSQL’s built-in benchmarking tool, enables organizations to accurately measure the impact of hardware upgrades by simulating realistic workloads to compare transactions per second (TPS) and latency before and after infrastructure changes....
by Pratik Kumar Saha | Dec 30, 2025 | Blog, PostgreSQL
Summary pg_createcluster provides a superior method for initializing PostgreSQL on Ubuntu compared to the traditional initdb command by automating critical system integrations and establishing a standardized directory structure that minimizes manual configuration...
by Pratik Kumar Saha | Dec 18, 2025 | Blog, PostgreSQL
Summary The pg_stat_statements extension is the definitive tool for PostgreSQL observability, enabling database administrators to pinpoint performance bottlenecks by aggregating detailed execution statistics—such as CPU usage, I/O latency, and query frequency—for...
by Pratik Kumar Saha | Nov 25, 2025 | Blog, Database, PostgreSQL
Summary The PostgreSQL ANALYZE command is the fundamental mechanism that collects statistical data about table contents, enabling the query planner to make accurate cost estimates for efficient and optimal query execution. Table of contentsSummaryIntroductionWhat...
by Pratik Kumar Saha | Nov 20, 2025 | Blog, Database, PostgreSQL
SUMMARY: PostgreSQL database administrators must avoid using the VACUUM FULL command in live environments because its exclusive locking mechanism causes unacceptable service downtime, necessitating the use of safer alternatives like the pg_repack extension or a...
