How AI Is Built
#034 Rethinking Search Inside Postgres, From Lexemes to BM25
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Quick takeaways
- ParadeDB simplifies the search process by integrating it directly within Postgres, eliminating the need for separate distributed systems and complex ETL pipelines.
- The integration of advanced indexing techniques within ParadeDB ensures transactional safety and allows for efficient combination of search and analytical queries.
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Maximizing Database Efficiency with ParadeDB
Many companies utilizing traditional search engines like Elastic or OpenSearch fail to fully leverage their capabilities, often resulting in underutilization of resources. ParadeDB addresses this issue by creating an open-source extension for Postgres that enables integrated search functionalities directly within the existing database environment. This integration diminishes the need to establish separate distributed systems for data warehousing and search processes, streamlining operations. By avoiding the complexity of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) pipelines required to sync data across platforms, organizations can benefit from real-time data analysis and search capabilities, all while maintaining the data's integrity and transactional safety.
