PostgreSQL Administration

Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to PostgreSQL

• History and key features of PostgreSQL
• Architecture overview
• Use cases and ecosystem

Module 2: Installation and Configuration

• Installing PostgreSQL on various platforms
• Understanding configuration files (postgresql.conf, pg_hba.conf)
• Setting up data directories and environment variables

Module 3: Database Cluster and Role Management

• Creating and managing databases and schemas
• Role-based authentication and user privileges
• Connection settings and remote access configuration

Module 4: SQL Basics and Administration Tools

• Common SQL statements and PostgreSQL-specific features
• Using psql and other admin tools
• GUI tools (pgAdmin, DBeaver) overview

Module 5: Backup and Recovery

• Logical vs. physical backups (pg_dump, pg_basebackup)
• Point-in-time recovery (PITR)
• Automating backup routines

Module 6: Performance Tuning and Optimization

• Query analysis with EXPLAIN and ANALYZE
• Indexing strategies
• Monitoring system performance with pg_stat* views
• Vacuuming, autovacuum, and maintenance

Module 7: Security and Hardening

• User management and password encryption
• Access control and SSL/TLS setup
• Role-based security best practices

Module 8: High Availability and Replication (Introductory)

• Overview of replication types in PostgreSQL
• Setting up streaming replication
• Basics of failover and recovery strategies

Module 9: Monitoring and Troubleshooting

• Logging and log analysis
• Detecting slow queries and locking issues
• Using monitoring tools (e.g., pg_stat_statements, pgBadger)

Module 10: Final Lab and Use Case Simulation

• Deploying a production-grade PostgreSQL setup
• Performance troubleshooting scenario
• Simulated backup and recovery test