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Postgres Rot: Queries to Detect Silent Database Decay
PostgreSQL tables can silently degrade due to dead rows, bloat, and unused indexes, causing sudden performance drops. The article provides SQL queries to detect dead tuple ratios above 20%, missing autovacuum runs, and other hidden issues. These checks require no paid tools, just psql and built-in views.
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The piece is a practical guide for developers, but its real value is in highlighting how standard monitoring dashboards often miss gradual database rot.
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