Enhancing Northwind-Lite: PostgreSQL Best Practices for the Cloud

Описание: ▶️ Part of the Real-World PostgreSQL with Northwind-Lite series
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Episode overview:

In this final episode, we focus on enhancing the Northwind-Lite database by applying PostgreSQL best practices for cloud environments.

We make a series of targeted improvements — from optional schema enhancements to indexing, constraints, and query simplification — that significantly improve the database’s robustness, performance, and maintainability. These are the kinds of adjustments that turn a working database into one that’s ready for real-world, cloud-based use.

We also cover practical, cloud-friendly operational tips and wrap up the series by reviewing how the database evolved from an empty schema into a production-ready PostgreSQL project.

Who this is for:

This video assumes basic SQL knowledge and is intended for developers and data engineers who want to apply proven PostgreSQL best practices when running databases in the cloud.

Topics covered in this episode:

Adding optional schema improvements for realism

Indexing strategies for performance

Adding constraints and sensible defaults

Creating views to simplify common queries

Cloud PostgreSQL tips and best practices -

Branching

Connection pooling

Backups

Monitoring

Series wrap-up and next steps