Data

PostgreSQL

Our default relational database for transactional and analytical workloads.

DataApplication systems of recordAnalytical and reporting stores

Where we use it

Workloads we build with PostgreSQL

Application systems of record
Analytical and reporting stores
Vector search with pgvector

Strengths

Why we choose it

  • ACID guarantees with rich extensions
  • Excellent JSON and vector support
  • No licence cost

Considerations

What we watch for

  • Requires tuning at high write volume
  • Managed service choice affects features

Industries where we deploy it

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