Why Postgres? - Performance, Extensions, Reliability, and More

Explore the compelling reasons to choose PostgreSQL in this 43-minute conference talk presented by Chris Winslett from Crunchy Data at All Things Open 2022. Dive into the powerful features that come "free" with Postgres, including performance optimization, extensions, reliability, transactions, and diverse data types. Discover how Postgres selects optimal query execution plans based on statistics and learn about the mechanisms that ensure data reliability. Gain insights into topics such as cloud machine compatibility, PG Autoexplain, PG Stack Statements, strong typing, annual releases, comprehensive documentation, Postgres libraries, and extensions. Whether you're an experienced developer or new to databases, uncover the capabilities that make PostgreSQL a top choice for many applications.