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April 9, 2024
Protect Your PostgreSQL Database with pg_tde: Safe and Secure
Disclaimer: This blog post is no longer up-to-date. The pg_tde extension has since been released as production-ready. For the latest [...]
March 28, 2024
Percona’s PostgreSQL pg_tde Extension: March Update
Transparent Data Encryption is one ‘missing item’ in comparing PostgreSQL to commercial databases. Percona’s pg_tde project will correct this shortcoming. [...]
March 26, 2024
Why Your Next MySQL Database Should Not Be a MySQL Database
MySQL is a very popular database and a good choice for new projects. But is it the best choice? Luckily [...]
March 14, 2024
The Challenge with Open Core Software
Open core is a monetization strategy for open source, where in addition to the open source version, often called “community,” [...]
February 26, 2024
Is Linkerd Open Source?
There is a new controversy in the Linkerd community with reports that many Linkerd users will now need to pay [...]
February 8, 2024
Why Migrating to Open Source is Essential to Your Business Growth
The strategic adoption of different database technologies can make or break a company’s success and long-term viability. Among the many [...]
February 1, 2024
In Search of Transparency at FOSDEM
FOSDEM is for sure one of the most respected free and open source software-focused conferences in Europe, which is loved [...]
January 30, 2024
PG_TDE Update: Percona’s Project to Add Transparent Data Encryption to PostgreSQL
PG_TDE is an experimental transparent data encryption access method for PostgreSQL 16 and beyond that I reviewed last October. There [...]
January 29, 2024
Percona PG_TDE and Ubuntu: Please Test Transparent Data Encryption for PostgreSQL
PostgreSQL differs from certain other databases as it lacks a native solution to encrypt data on disk transparently. At Percona, [...]
January 26, 2024
Percona PG_TDE and Docker: Please Test Transparent Data Encryption for PostgreSQL
Securing your data can be a tough task. Unlike some other databases, PostgreSQL does not have a native solution to [...]
January 9, 2024
Create an AI Expert With Open Source Tools and pgvector
2023 was the year of Artificial Intelligence (AI). A lot of companies are thinking about how they can improve user [...]
January 9, 2024
How to Use Group Replication with Haproxy
When working with group replication, MySQL router would be the obvious choice for the connection layer. It is tightly coupled [...]
January 3, 2024
PMM Dump GUI in Percona Monitoring and Management 2.41.0
A couple of weeks ago, we announced the first GA release of the PMM Dump: a new support tool that [...]
December 27, 2023
Cloud Native Predictions for 2024
The evolution of cloud-native technology has been nothing short of revolutionary. As we step into 2024, the cornerstone of cloud-native [...]
November 13, 2023
Database Upgrades: DIY or Choose a Database Upgrade Consulting Service?
To maintain competitiveness and operational efficiency — not to mention ensure security and compliance when your database version reaches End [...]
November 9, 2023
Understanding What Kubernetes Is Used For: The Key to Cloud-Native Efficiency
If you have any experience working with database software, you have undoubtedly heard the term Kubernetes a lot. You may [...]
November 3, 2023
Why Choose a Third-Party Database Migration Service
Sure, database migration is complex, particularly when you’re looking to migrate from a proprietary database to an open source one. [...]
November 2, 2023
Top 3 Questions From Percona k8s Squad Ask-Me-Anything Session
On October 24th, the Percona Kubernetes Squad held the first Ask-me-Anything (AMA) session to address inquiries regarding the utilization of [...]
November 1, 2023
MySQL Backup and Recovery Best Practices: The Ultimate Guide
This blog was originally published in January 2021 and updated in November of 2023. As businesses and applications increasingly rely [...]
October 20, 2023
Database Migration Plan: Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Open Source Migration
Many organizations are turning to open source solutions to streamline their operations and reduce costs. Open source migration can be [...]