SMRTR ProgrammingJun 4, 2025lobste.rs

The Art of SQL Query Optimization

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A new tool called Plan Explorer visualizes PostgreSQL query optimization decisions. It generates diagrams showing query plans, costs, execution times, and tuple estimates across different parameter combinations. This helps database administrators and developers understand optimizer behavior and identify potential mispredictions or areas for tuning.

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