Hanselminutes with Scott Hanselman
Postgres Replication at speed with PeerDB's Sai Srirampur
Feb 29, 2024
Scott Hanselman chats with Postgres expert Sai Srirampur about turbocharging Postgres Replication using PeerDB. They discuss the migration to Postgres, tools for data movement, the balance of open source and commercial offerings in a startup, PeerDB's implementation with Postgres, and ensuring performance and scalability in PeerDB deployments.
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Quick takeaways
- Postgres Replication is likened to a well-choreographed dance between servers, with PeerDB offering turbocharging capabilities.
- Data migrations to Postgres can be offline or online, tools like PG-DUM and logical replication aid in seamless transitions.
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Postgres' Evolution and Popularity
Postgres has evolved over the years to support a wide range of use cases, transitioning from a metadata store to accommodating transactional, analytical, and search functions. The open-source nature of Postgres appeals to companies seeking software without lock-in, driving a shift from Oracle and SQL Server. The robust community support, combined with its usability and reliability, has led to significant growth and a surge in its popularity, with Postgres boasting 10% of Oracle's revenue.
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