Schedule - FOSDEM PGDay 2024

Seamless Migration to PostgreSQL: Proven Best practices

Date: 2024-02-02
Time: 12:30–13:20
Room: Ballroom

In this informative session, we will go through the basic, essential steps and best practices for a smooth migration into PostgreSQL, one of the world's most advanced open-source relational database systems. Migrating to a new database system can be daunting, but armed with the right strategies, you can mitigate risks and ensure a successful transition. Through real-world examples, We'll cover key considerations including database assessment, schema translation and migration performance optimization.

Prepare to: • Strategize Like a Pro: Detailed migration assessment and schema translation that aligns with your business goals, mitigates risks, and ensures data integrity and a smooth transition. • Migrate with Finesse: Navigate data migration tools & intricacies, from efficient bulk transfers to precise incremental updates, all while upholding accuracy. • Validate accurately: Simple, go-to methods for quickly validating the migrated data.

Whether you're a seasoned database architect or a curious newcomer, this session equips you with practical insights that transcend theory. Gain the confidence to navigate the migration landscape and emerge as a PostgreSQL migration expert.

Speaker

Hariram Thirukarugavur Ramesh