Partition Strategies: Fundamental Concepts for PostgreSQL Partitioning

Table Partitioning

This is a database design technique used to divide a large table into smaller, more manageable chunks called partitions. Each partition is essentially a separate table that stores a subset of the original data. This technique can significantly improve query performance and data management for large datasets.

partitioning can be done in a variety of ways depending on the specific context and the best partitioning method for a particular application will depend on the specific requirements of that …

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