Scaling Reads in PostgreSQL: How to Optimize Replicas for Performance (Part 5)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9W63fbkUGSY Efficiently scaling reads in PostgreSQL is essential for high-performance applications. In Part 5 of our Replicas tutorial, we explore how read replicas help distribute query loads, improve response times, and reduce strain on your primary database. This video covers: ➡️ Read scaling strategies for PostgreSQL and TimescaleDB ➡️ Key configuration settings like hot_standby_feedback, work_mem, and effective_cache_size ➡️ Best practices for optimizing performance while maintaining system stability By fine-tuning your replication setup, you can maximize query efficiency, reduce costs, and keep your database running smoothly—even under heavy workloads.

Apr 1, 2025 - 12:48

Scaling Reads in PostgreSQL: How to Optimize Replicas for Performance (Part 5)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9W63fbkUGSY

Efficiently scaling reads in PostgreSQL is essential for high-performance applications. In Part 5 of our Replicas tutorial, we explore how read replicas help distribute query loads, improve response times, and reduce strain on your primary database.

This video covers:
➡️ Read scaling strategies for PostgreSQL and TimescaleDB
➡️ Key configuration settings like hot_standby_feedback, work_mem, and effective_cache_size
➡️ Best practices for optimizing performance while maintaining system stability

By fine-tuning your replication setup, you can maximize query efficiency, reduce costs, and keep your database running smoothly—even under heavy workloads.