PostgreSQL

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When running PostgreSQL in Docker, encountering the error “could not resize shared memory segment” can disrupt your database operations. This issue typically arises because PostgreSQL depends heavily on shared memory for tasks such as caching and inter-process communication. The error often occurs due to insufficient shared memory allocation in the Docker container, or misconfigured PostgreSQL …

How to Fix the PostgreSQL “Could Not Resize Shared Memory Segment” Error in Docker + read more

Efficient data retrieval is a cornerstone of database management, and both PostgreSQL and SQL Server excel in offering robust data access methods to support diverse workloads. However, their approaches differ in significant ways, reflecting their unique design philosophies and use cases. In this blog posting, I will cover the various data access methods PostgreSQL provides, …

Exploring Data Access Methods in PostgreSQL and How They Compare to SQL Server + read more

In database systems, query optimization plays a crucial role in determining application performance. Efficient queries rely on up-to-date statistics that help the database’s query optimizer decide on the best execution plan. In PostgreSQL, the ANALYZE command is a key tool for collecting these statistics, especially when data is modified. This blog post delves into how …

Optimizing Query Performance with Statistics Updates in PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server + read more

In the world of databases, the efficiency and reliability of how data is stored and managed are critical factors that can determine the performance, scalability, and ease of administration for any system. PostgreSQL and Microsoft SQL Server take slightly different approaches to data storage. A key concept in PostgreSQL that database administrators often encounter is …

Understanding PostgreSQL’s $PGDATA Folder in comparison to SQL Server + read more