Andrew Atkinson
software veteran who is about to launch his book focusing on database operations for Rails developers
Top 5 podcasts with Andrew Atkinson
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May 18, 2024 • 1h 4min
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Andrew Atkinson, a PostgreSQL expert, discusses the reasons behind the rising popularity of PostgreSQL as a database choice in 2024 and offers insights on scaling it. Topics include the value of graph databases for optimizing query performance, the importance of database skills in the tech landscape, and the benefits of running replicas for scalability in Postgres.
Jul 2, 2024 • 1h 14min
High Performance Postgres with Andrew Atkinson
Author Andrew Atkinson shares insights on optimizing Postgres for Rails, including schema tightness, operation handling, and performance testing. The podcast covers Andrew's journey of writing a book, indexing pitfalls, database best practices, and advanced Postgres features. Discussions range from balancing book writing with work, investing in private companies, to potential NBA trade decisions.
May 18, 2024 • 1h 4min
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Andrew Atkinson, a PostgreSQL expert, discusses why PostgreSQL is gaining popularity in 2024 and how to scale it. Topics include gender equality in the workplace, productivity tools, parenting, database options, migration strategies, skill building with Postgres, and terminal tools.
Jan 23, 2024 • 54min
Andrew Atkinson - Maintainable... Databases?
Join Robby as he talks to independent consultant and author, Andrew Atkinson, about the importance of change management in software development, insights on maintaining a well-maintained database, navigating legacy code bases, challenges of removing unused features, transitioning to independent consulting, and career growth in software development.
Dec 15, 2023 • 50min
Unleashing the Power of Postgres with Andrew Atkinson
Meet Andrew Atkinson, a software veteran launching his book on database operations for Rails developers. We explore Postgres vs MongoDB, synchronization challenges, optimizing Rails performance, and the benefits of strict loading in active record.
