Data
PostgreSQL
Reliable open-source relational database. PostgreSQL is an open-source relational database known for reliability, standards compliance and extensibility. It supports transactions, JSON data, full-text search and extensions such as pgvector and PostGIS. It runs on your own servers, on Kubernetes or as a managed service on every major cloud.
When it is the right choice
- You need a general-purpose database for application data
- You want relational data, JSON and vector search in one system
- You want an open-source database with wide managed-service support
- Not the best fit for very large analytical workloads, where a dedicated warehouse is better
How we use it
- Choose between managed Postgres and self-hosted on Kubernetes based on your needs
- Set up backups, point-in-time recovery and regular restore tests
- Monitor slow queries, connections and replication and tune indexes from real data
- Use AI assistance to review query plans and suggest index changes, verified before applying
Kubernetes
AWS
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PostgreSQL: frequently asked
Managed Postgres or self-hosted?
Managed services handle backups, patching and failover for you and suit most teams. Self-hosting can make sense for cost, control or special extensions.
How do we know our backups work?
Restore them regularly to a separate environment and check the data. A backup that has never been restored is not proven.
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