PostgreSQL DBA Complete Notes
### PostgreSQL DBA Complete Notes
## 1. Introduction
PostgreSQL is an open-source relational database system with high performance, reliability, and
scalability.
It is widely used in real-time applications.
## 2. Installation
- Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu)
- Windows
- AWS RDS PostgreSQL
## 3. Backup & Restore
- pg_dump (Logical Backup)
- PITR (Point in Time Recovery)
- Automated Shell Script for Backup
## 4. Replication
- Streaming Replication
- Logical Replication
- Failover and Switchover
## 5. Performance Tuning
- Memory Parameters
- Index Optimization
- Autovacuum Settings
## 6. Troubleshooting
- Deadlocks
- Replication Lag
- WAL Archiving Issues
## 7. Real-time Shell Scripts
- Backup Automation Script
- Health Check Script
- WAL Archiving Script
## 8. AWS RDS PostgreSQL
- Setup
- Backup Automation
- Monitoring
## 9. Interview Questions
1. What is PostgreSQL?
2. How to configure Streaming Replication?
3. What is Autovacuum in PostgreSQL?
4. How to perform PITR in PostgreSQL?
5. Explain PostgreSQL Architecture.