Performance Statistics

PostgreSQL Performance Boost: Understanding Vacuum, Analyze, and Bloat Maintaining peak PostgreSQL database performance means understanding the crucial processes of vacuuming and analysis. Left unchecked, dead tuples (deleted or updated rows) can lead to table bloat, slowing queries and wasting space. This article …

Find Unused PostgreSQL Indexes Before They Cost You Which indexes have gone unused since the statistics were last reset? pg_stat_all_indexes counts every index scan per index, and an index whose idx_scan is still zero after weeks of normal traffic is a candidate to drop. The query below lists those indexes, largest …

Identifying Unused Indexes in PostgreSQL: Optimizing Storage and Performance In PostgreSQL, indexes act as shortcuts, accelerating data retrieval within tables. However, unused indexes can become a burden, consuming storage space and potentially impacting performance. This article explores a PostgreSQL code snippet …

Identifying Underutilized Columns in Your PostgreSQL Database Keeping your PostgreSQL database clean and efficient is crucial for optimal performance. One way to achieve this is by identifying and potentially removing "useless" columns – those that hold minimal or redundant data. This article explores a PostgreSQL code …