PostgreSQL Server Administration Training Course

This course explores the core concepts of PostgreSQL server extensions and libraries designed to incorporate artificial intelligence into database systems. Key topics include similarity and semantic search using embedding vectors, Text-to-SQL query generation, and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG). Participants will learn how to install PgVector and PgAI, generate and load vector embeddings, build vector indexes, implement semantic search and RAG workflows, and develop Text-to-SQL applications using LangChain with Python or JavaScript. Practical demonstrations and hands-on exercises reinforce these fundamental concepts and technical skills.

This course explores the essential PostgreSQL server extensions required to embed AI capabilities within database systems, with a specific focus on similarity and semantic search driven by embedding vectors. Participants will master the process of installing PgVector, generating and loading vector embeddings, constructing vector indexes, and executing semantic search queries. Through a blend of live demonstrations and practical exercises, learners will consolidate their theoretical understanding and develop tangible professional skills.

This practical course concentrates on the hands-on techniques for tuning PostgreSQL performance. Attendees will acquire skills in analyzing query execution, optimizing index strategies, configuring memory and system settings, and effectively tracking workloads. Through real-world case studies and interactive exercises, participants will learn to pinpoint and eliminate performance bottlenecks at both the database and infrastructure levels.

In this instructor-led live training held in Slovakia (onsite or remote), participants will explore the general and advanced aspects of PostgreSQL. The curriculum covers administration, performance tuning, advanced development, and replication, guided by hands-on, live-lab exercises that involve setup, configuration, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Utilize advanced administration techniques to configure and manage a PostgreSQL server.
• Optimize the database and queries for peak performance.
• Replicate and scale a PostgreSQL server.

This course offers a comprehensive exploration of replication, high availability, and cluster management within PostgreSQL. Participants will learn to construct and oversee multi-node environments, set up automated failover mechanisms, and investigate solutions for load balancing and connection pooling. The curriculum features hands-on replication labs and recovery simulations.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level developers and administrators seeking to harness the latest features and enhancements in PostgreSQL 16.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the architecture and core components of PostgreSQL 16.
• Leverage advanced SQL capabilities and PostgreSQL extensions.
• Apply security best practices and manage access controls.
• Execute database administration tasks, including backup, recovery, and monitoring.
• Enhance database performance through tuning and indexing strategies.
• Utilize PostgreSQL's native tools for high availability and replication.
• Integrate PostgreSQL with contemporary application development frameworks.