How PostgreSQL Executes Your Queries: EXPLAIN, ANALYZE, and Index Strategies

1. Introduction This document summarizes knowledge and experience on database query optimization, focusing on using EXPLAIN, EXPLAIN ANALYZE, table access methods, and index optimization. It’s suitable for developers and DBAs who want a deep understanding of how databases execute queries and techniques to improve performance. 2.1 Execution Plan with EXPLAIN The execution plan reveals how … Continue reading How PostgreSQL Executes Your Queries: EXPLAIN, ANALYZE, and Index Strategies