Postgres FM Should we use foreign keys?
Jun 21, 2024
Dive into the world of foreign keys in PostgreSQL! The discussion highlights their crucial role in maintaining data integrity while weighing the benefits against potential performance issues. Strategies for managing foreign keys during heavy loads and upcoming Postgres 17 features take center stage. Real-world performance tests show minimal impact in typical scenarios. The podcast also tackles the complexities of managing inserts and updates, and addresses the dual nature of foreign keys in transaction management, emphasizing latency over mere transaction counts.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating Foreign Keys in PostgreSQL
01:32 • 17min
Exploring Foreign Keys and Their Performance Impact
18:12 • 3min
Navigating Foreign Keys and Performance
21:12 • 15min
Optimizing Inserts and Updates in PostgreSQL
36:12 • 7min
The Dual Nature of Foreign Keys
43:19 • 8min