Summary
This document is a checklist designed for performing monthly audits of PostgreSQL database performance. It outlines essential practices that high-performing Postgres teams implement to maintain optimal database performance. The checklist includes reviewing schema changes, monitoring system statistics such as CPU and disk space utilization, and checking configuration settings related to Write-Ahead Logging. Additionally, it details methods for preventing and remediating table and index bloat, optimizing query performance by analyzing new queries and their execution plans, and ensuring that blocked queries are identified. The document also emphasizes the importance of monitoring database incidents, connection limits, and replication lag. Furthermore, it suggests automating routine tasks and configuring alerts for key performance indicators to enhance database management. Overall, the checklist serves as a comprehensive guide to ensure reliability and scalability in PostgreSQL environments.
