How to Find Missing Indexes in PostgreSQL: 5 Proven Methods
A practical, four-step workflow for PostgreSQL missing index detection using pg_stat views, pg_stat_statements, EXPLAIN (ANALYZE, BUFFERS), and log-based tools — plus a checklist for creating the right index.
September 4, 2026 · 10 min read
Mobin Yazdanparast
PostgreSQL Partial Indexes Explained (With Examples)
Learn how PostgreSQL partial indexes use a WHERE clause on CREATE INDEX to shrink index size, cut write overhead, and speed up queries that target a hot subset of rows.
August 30, 2026 · 9 min read
Mobin Yazdanparast
PostgreSQL GiST Index: When and Why to Use It
A practical guide to PostgreSQL GiST indexes: how they work, when they beat B-tree and GIN, and how to create and verify them with real, runnable examples.
August 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Mobin Yazdanparast