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Indexes are one of the most powerful levers you can pull for PostgreSQL performance. When designed with the right strategy, they can transform query speed and unlock efficiency at scale. But balance matters. - Well-placed indexes make filtering and joins seamless. - Thoughtfully aligned multi-column indexes keep queries sharp. - Regular reviews ensure indexing evolves with your application. On the other hand, adding indexes without a strategy can create extra overhead and slow down writes. The real performance boost comes not from more indexes, but from the right ones, tuned to your access patterns. A few checkpoints that consistently bring clarity: - pg_stat_user_indexes to validate index usage - pg_index to keep index health in check - EXPLAIN ANALYZE to confirm efficient access paths Getting indexing right is one of the most effective ways to troubleshoot performance and set your PostgreSQL environment up for long-term success. I wrote more about this in a blog that breaks down practical steps: https://lnkd.in/dr6HecjV
