Postgresql DBA Interview Questions and Answers

We use pg_dump and Barman for PostgreSQL backups.

• pg_dump is a standard PostgreSQL tool for logical backups

• Barman is a tool for physical backups and disaster recovery

• We schedule regular backups using pg_dump and Barman to ensure data safety

Yes, MySQL and MSSQL are both popular relational database management systems similar to PostgreSQL.

• MySQL is an open-source RDBMS known for its speed and ease of use.

• MSSQL is a proprietary RDBMS developed by Microsoft, known for its scalability and integration with other Microsoft products.

• PostgreSQL is also a popular open-source RDBMS known for its advanced features like support for JSON data types and full-text search.