In PostgreSQL, different types of index methods are used to optimize query performance, especially for large datasets. These methods include B-tree, GiST, GIN, and BRIN, and each serves a specific…
The CONCURRENTLY option in PostgreSQL is used when creating or dropping indexes to avoid locking the entire table during the process. It's especially useful in production environments where you want…
Introduction As your application scales and serves multiple tenants, choosing the right multi-tenancy architecture is critical. One popular approach in the Rails ecosystem is schema-based multi-tenancy, particularly with PostgreSQL. In…
PostgreSQL’s Write-Ahead Logging (WAL) system is a fundamental component that ensures database durability, data integrity, and the ability to recover from crashes. If you've ever wondered how PostgreSQL can help…
Imagine your PostgreSQL database as a filing cabinet. Over time, you might accumulate folders you no longer need. The DROP COLUMN command acts like a handy tool to declutter your…