PostgreSQL news

Navicat for PostgreSQL17.2 Introduces AI Assistant, Snowflake Support, and Enhanced Data Modeling Features

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Navicat, a leading database management and administration tool, is excited to announce the release of Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2. This latest version introduces a host of innovative features, including an AI Assistant, Snowflake support, advanced data modeling methods, and numerous usability improvements, further enhancing the efficiency and flexibility of database management.

New Features in Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2:

AI Assistant – Instant Database Support at Your Fingertips Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2 introduces an AI Assistant, enabling users to get AI-powered assistance directly within the application. Whether you need help with queries, view design and function design, the AI Assistant allows you to ask questions and receive instant answers, streamlining your workflow and boosting productivity.

Snowflake Support – Enhanced Cloud Data Management Navicat now supports Snowflake, the leading cloud-based data warehousing platform. This integration allows users to seamlessly manage Snowflake databases, providing robust tools for querying, synchronization, and data management, all within the familiar Navicat interface.

Data Vault 2.0 and Dimensional Modeling Methods Navicat Data Modeler now supports Data Vault 2.0 and Dimensional modeling methods, empowering users to build scalable and adaptable data architectures for a wide range of applications. Whether you’re working with Relational, Dimensional, or Data Vault methodologies, Navicat provides the tools you need to design and manage complex data structures with ease.

Data Profiling in BI Workspace Data Source A new data profiling tool has been integrated into the Data Preview feature, offering a visual and comprehensive view of your data. This enhancement helps users better understand their data’s structure and quality, enabling more informed decision-making.

Other Improvements Navicat 17.2 also includes several usability enhancements to improve the overall user experience: - Filter & Sort Pane in Data Viewer: Now supports text mode for easier data manipulation. - Structure Synchronization: Expanded to include MongoDB databases. - General Usability Improvements: Refinements across the application to make navigation and operation more intuitive.

Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2 continues Navicat’s tradition of innovation, delivering powerful tools that simplify database management and enhance productivity. With the introduction of the AI Assistant, Snowflake support, and advanced data modeling capabilities, Navicat remains at the forefront of the database management industry.

Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2 is available for download today. For more information about the new features and to try Navicat for PostgreSQL 17.2, please visit Navicat website.

About Navicat Navicat develops the leading database management and development software. One of its top-rated products, Navicat Premium, allows you to simultaneously connect to MySQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle, MariaDB, SQLite, MongoDB and Snowflake databases from a single application. You can quickly and easily build, manage and maintain your databases.

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DBConvert Streams: New Cloud-Native Platform for PostgreSQL Migration and CDC Replication

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

We're announcing the first public release of DBConvert Streams, a new cloud-native platform designed specifically for PostgreSQL database migration and real-time replication.

The platform enables bidirectional data transfer between PostgreSQL and MySQL databases, supporting all major cloud providers including Amazon RDS/Aurora, Google Cloud SQL, and Azure Database.

Key features:

Visual configuration interface for setting up migrations without coding
Real-time Change Data Capture (CDC) utilizing PostgreSQL's Write-Ahead Logs
One-time migrations with automatic schema conversion
Support for cloud-hosted and on-premises PostgreSQL databases
REST API for integration into existing workflows
Enterprise security with SSL/TLS encryption

Performance testing shows the ability to transfer 10 million records in approximately 30 seconds.

For more information or to start a 10-day free trial, visit streams.dbconvert.com.

Announcing the Latest dotConnect for PostgreSQL Release: Now Supporting PostgreSQL 17, .NET 9, and EF Core 9

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The latest release of dotConnect for PostgreSQL is here. As a powerful ADO.NET data provider, dotConnect for PostgreSQL enables developers to integrate PostgreSQL data with .NET applications seamlessly, with support for ORMs like Entity Framework Core and Dapper.

This update ensures compatibility with PostgreSQL 17, .NET 9, and Entity Framework Core 9, solidifying its position as a cutting-edge tool for enterprise and application development.

Getting Started

Ready to explore the full potential of dotConnect for PostgreSQL? Here’s how you can get started:

Explore the full feature set on the official product page.
Download the latest version from our downloads page.
Install via NuGet: Devart.Data.PostgreSql or Devart.Data.PostgreSql.EFCore
Check out the detailed release blog on Devart’s blog.

Key Highlights of the Release

PostgreSQL 17 Compatibility

With support for PostgreSQL 17, dotConnect for PostgreSQL embraces the enhanced SQL features, security upgrades, and performance improvements introduced in the latest PostgreSQL release.

This makes dotConnect for PostgreSQL the ideal solution for modern database-driven applications built on PostgreSQL 17.

.NET 9 Support

The integration of .NET 9 ensures developers can utilize the latest advancements in the .NET ecosystem.

Entity Framework Core 9 Compatibility

This release introduces compatibility with EF Core 9, enabling developers to benefit from:

Improved LINQ queries: More powerful query generation and execution.
JSON columns support: Advanced mapping and querying of JSON data.
Better schema management: Simplified migrations and model updates.

With dotConnect for PostgreSQL, EF Core 9 becomes even more powerful, empowering developers to build robust and maintainable data access layers.

Entity Developer Update

In addition to dotConnect for PostgreSQL updates, the latest version of Entity Developer now supports Entity Framework Core 9 and is fully compatible with PostgreSQL 17.

Entity Developer provides a unified interface to design models for various .NET ORMs, including Entity Framework Core and LINQ to SQL. Developers can choose between support for all ORMs in one tool or a specialized edition tailored to their specific ORM needs, making it an essential tool for PostgreSQL professionals.

Stay ahead of the curve in PostgreSQL and .NET development with the latest dotConnect for PostgreSQL release. Download now and transform your development workflow!

Devart Introduces Updated dbForge Tools for PostgreSQL 3.2 to Improve Database Development and Operations

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Devart announces the release of dbForge Tools for PostgreSQL 3.2, featuring enhanced connectivity, even smarter code completion, new data generators, and more. With support for PostgreSQL 17 and new cloud services like Supabase, Google Cloud, and AlloyDB, this update helps software developers and database specialists develop and manage PostgreSQL databases with ease.

Devart, a leading software provider of top-rated data management solutions, is excited to announce the release of dbForge Tools for PostgreSQL 3.2 and dbForge Edge 4.0. The update introduces extended connectivity, even smarter code completion, new data generators, and more.

PostgreSQL has become one of the most popular open-source databases due to its scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness for modern applications. Its rise has been highlighted in the 2024 StackOverflow survey, with 49% of professionals reported experience working with PostgreSQL.

The flagship product is dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL, a comprehensive IDE that combines everything developers and DBAs need for efficient PostgreSQL development and management. This all-in-one PostgreSQL IDE features intuitive code completion, powerful schema and data comparison tools, robust data editing, and more. The latest update, now supporting PostgreSQL 17, provides even more powerful tools to simplify the development and management of PostgreSQL databases.

Key New Features in dbForge Tools for PostgreSQL 3.2:

Extended Connectivity

Support for PostgreSQL 17
Support for Supabase, Google Cloud, AlloyDB, and Azure Cosmos DB for PostgreSQL
Support for a new SSL/TLS certificate for connecting to PostgreSQL on AWS

New Features

Smarter code completion with a whole lot of new suggestions
Copying of data in the Excel format from the Data Editor grid

Improved Compare Tools

CLI-powered generation of comparison reports directly from the wizard
Comparison and synchronization of DML/DDL triggers, CHECK constraints, and more

Next-Level Data Generators

Generation of realistic test data with new smart generators from categories like Business, IT, Health, Payment, Location, and more

Usability Improvements

Redesigned Query History for a cleaner, faster workflow
Added the ability to duplicate, remove, and join current lines in SQL documents

Integrated Learning

Direct access to the PostgreSQL-related course of Devart Academy from the Studio

“As PostgreSQL continues to gain popularity among data professionals, we make sure that our products integrate with PostgreSQL’s newest releases,” said Oleksii Honcharov, Head of Engineering at Devart. “In addition to timely compatibility updates, we push further and deliver comprehensive practical features and improvements. That’s why our latest update of dbForge for PostgreSQL brings smarter code completion, redesigned Query History, and more. It also lays the foundation for a host of new capabilities we’ll be delivering in the months and years ahead.”

The update also applies to dbForge Edge, Devart’s comprehensive multi-database solution. It covers a wide range of database systems, which, in addition to PostgreSQL, includes SQL Server, MySQL, MariaDB, and Oracle Database, along with support for popular cloud services.

Availability

To learn more about dbForge for PostgreSQL 3.2 and explore the latest features, please visit: https://blog.devart.com/here-come-dbforge-tools-for-postgresql-3-2-extended-connectivity-enhanced-code-completion-smart-data-generators-and-more.html

About Devart

Devart is a multi-product company and a leading developer of database management software, ALM solutions, data providers for database servers, as well as data integration and backup solutions.

For additional information about Devart, please visit https://www.devart.com

Flyway Community Drift Check released

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000

We are happy to announce the availability of a drift check for Flyway Community, available in Flyway versions 10.20.1 and later. The drift check is currently in preview and is compatible with PostgreSQL versions 12 to 17.

Database drift is the unintentional divergence of a database schema from its version-controlled state, often due to direct changes made outside the standard deployment process.

Drift is detected by comparing the state of your PostgreSQL schema after your last migration and before your next migration scripts have been applied and will tell you if out-of-process changes have occurred in between those two states. You will be able to see information regarding the database objects that have drifted in a drift report within Flyway Pipelines

Visit https://flyway.red-gate.com/ for instructions on how to configure the drift check and download the latest version of Flyway.

The following PostgreSQL variants are also supported in Flyway Pipelines: EnterpriseDB Advanced Server, EnterpriseDB Extended Server, Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL, Google Cloud for PostgreSQL, Azure PostgreSQL - Flexible Server, Azure PostgreSQL - Single Server, Aurora PostgreSQL and YugabyteDB (v2.4 and above). Full details of supported versions can be found here

Flyway is a tool used for managing database migrations. It helps you version control your database schema, ensuring that changes are applied consistently across different environments.

Flyway Pipelines is a tool used to improve the visibility and observability of your database deployments across your organization.

Meet New Release of Devart ODBC Driver for PostgreSQL with PostgreSQL 17 Support and Other Enhancements

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Devart, a recognized vendor of world-class data connectivity solutions for various data connection technologies and frameworks, released an updated version of ODBC Driver for PostgreSQL.

The release includes the following updates: - Added support for PostgreSQL 17. - Introduced support for pgvector for vector similarity search. - Enabled connections to PostgreSQL in read-only mode to prevent data modifications.

To learn more about the recent release and download new products, visit: https://blog.devart.com/whats-new-in-devart-odbc-drivers-extended-compatibility-updated-sql-engines-and-further-enhancements.html

Devart ODBC Driver for PostgreSQL is a high-performance connectivity tool with enterprise-level features for accessing PostgreSQL databases from ODBC-compliant BI, ETL, reporting, and analytics tools on both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows, macOS, and Linux. It fully supports standard ODBC API functions and data types and enables easy and secure access to live PostgreSQL data from anywhere. Download a 30-day free trial of ODBC Driver for PostgreSQL here: https://www.devart.com/odbc/postgresql/download.html

About Devart

Devart is one of the leading developers of database tools and administration software, ALM solutions, data providers for various database servers, data integration, and backup solutions. The company also implements Web and Mobile development projects. For additional information about Devart, visit https://www.devart.com/.

Datasentinel Release 2024.10

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

We're pleased to announce that the latest edition of Datasentinel for PostgreSQL is now available

PostgreSQL 17

The platform is now compatible with PostgreSQL 17, including metric collection from new views like pg_stat_checkpointer and updated wait event descriptions for better performance insights.

Libraries

Both the backend and agents (if used) now include upgraded third-party libraries for improved security and compatibility.

Refer to Release Notes for more details.

About Datasentinel

Datasentinel is a unique database monitoring and performance optimization tool designed to provide real-time insights into your database's health. It helps track key metrics, detect performance bottlenecks, and ensure optimal database efficiency.

Datasentinel team

https://www.datasentinel.io

TCapture is compatible with Postgres 16 version

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000

Replication? do it easily with TCapture

We are very glad to announce the compatibility with PostgreSQL 16 version.

TCapture is a bidirectional multi master replication server based on a 'capture and apply' asynchronous replica engine

The actual TCapture engine is a Java application which runs as a separate program outside "PostgreSQL" , and which must be started explicitly. When TCapture is running, it will scan the transaction log of all primary databases and pick up transactions which must be replicated. Transactions which have been picked up are stored in the 'store database' , a "PostgreSQL" user database exclusively used by TCapture. In the store database, transaction is 'copied' to all store databases which have a subscription for this transaction. Transaction is then applied to the replicate databases

One of the attractions of TCapture is that it’s quite easy to set up and configure: starting from scratch, you can deploy a working replication system in less than 30 minutes. The setup procedure is described in the TCapture Guide. As always with replication, make sure you have a clear idea of the replication logic you want to implement before you start.

KEY FEATURE:

Transactional. SQL are captured transactionally, can be coupled with surrounding business logic.
Efficient. It capture transactions for replication from Write-Ahead Logs (WAL) instead of using triggers, eliminating overhead on master databases and significantly reduces latency
Flexible. No limits on the number of producers or consumers, but complexity increases
Reliable. Transactions are stored in "PostgreSQL" database – this adds the benefit of write ahead logging and crash recovery.
Transparent. No impact on the applications already running on that database, since both engine and 'store database' can run separate from production databases.
Easy to use. Simple to set up and configure, is an effective tool for data replication between different "PostgreSQL" versions
Open Source. No licensing fees, but occasionally you'll have to get your hands dirty

pgMustard version 5

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

I'm delighted to announce version 5 of pgMustard, a tool for helping review Postgres query plans.

Major improvements:

New tip types: suboptimal JIT compilation, excessive trigger time, and scope for more parallelism.
Workflow improvements: TEXT format support, add plans as optimizations of one another, and share plans privately within a team.
New API endpoints: one for saving query plans, and another for returning scored tips.
Postgres 17 support: SERIALIZE and MEMORY parameters, improved InitPlan and SubPlan reporting.

Requirements:

TEXT or JSON format query plans, from PostgreSQL 9.6 — 17
The interface and advice are in English
A GitHub or Google account, for signing in

pgMustard is commercial software and has a free trial.

If you spend time reviewing query plans, we’d love to hear your thoughts.

—

Michael Christofides

https://www.pgmustard.com

pgEdge Distributed PostgreSQL: The Next Generation — Introducing pgEdge Platform v24.7, Constellation Release

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000

pgEdge has just released the latest version of its flagship product, pgEdge Platform v24.7, known as the Constellation Release. This update brings a host of new features designed to enhance the capabilities of distributed PostgreSQL databases. Building on its foundation as the only fully distributed PostgreSQL that is open (source code available) and based on standard PostgreSQL, pgEdge continues to lead the way in providing ultra-high availability and reduced latency across geographic regions. The Constellation Release introduces significant improvements, including advanced logical replication features, large object support, and enhanced error handling. These enhancements make pgEdge an even more powerful alternative for legacy multi-master replication technologies, offering greater throughput, flexibility, and control for users.

Key Enhancements in the Constellation Release 1. Large Object Logical Replication (LOLOR): With the new Large Object Logical Replication (LOLOR) feature, pgEdge ensures seamless integration for applications that store media assets and large files in PostgreSQL databases. This extension allows large objects to be compatible with logical replication, facilitating smoother transitions from legacy databases to PostgreSQL without requiring application modifications. See blog for more details.

Replication Exception Handling and Logging: The latest update includes an advanced error handling and logging mechanism. Replication errors are logged into a new exception table, preventing disruptions in replication processes. This enhancement ensures a robust user experience, offering greater visibility and control over replication errors and making troubleshooting more straightforward.
Replication Repair Mode: pgEdge now allows users to enable or disable "repair mode," providing the flexibility to manage replication processes without affecting the entire database cluster. This feature is particularly useful for controlling replication changes during error resolution or node-specific modifications.
Automatic Replication of DDL Commands: Updating the database schema has never been easier. With the automatic replication of DDL commands, any changes made to a single node are propagated across all nodes in the cluster. This feature simplifies the management of distributed PostgreSQL applications, especially during active development or maintenance. See blog for more details.
Snowflake Sequence in Postgres Extension: To enhance sequence management in multi-master replication scenarios, pgEdge integrates Snowflake sequences within PostgreSQL. This extension ensures unique sequence numbers across different regions without needing application code or schema modifications, streamlining sequence management and improving scalability. See blog for details and examples.

Looking Ahead: High Performance Parallel Replication pgEdge is set to introduce Parallel Replication in Q4 of this year. This feature will leverage multiple replication slots to enable parallel processing within distributed PostgreSQL clusters, significantly boosting replication throughput. It promises to reduce replication lag, ensuring timely data synchronization across nodes and maintaining data consistency even in high-demand environments.

Availability and Support The pgEdge Platform can be self-hosted on-premise or self-managed in the cloud with providers like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. The new Constellation Release is available for download at https://www.pgedge.com/get-started/platform or can be accessed via GitHub. pgEdge also offers enterprise-class support. Additionally, pgEdge Cloud, a fully managed service based on the pgEdge Platform, is available in beta and will be generally available in Q3.

View the full press release here: https://www.pgedge.com/press-releases/pgedge-announces-pgedge-platform-constellation-release-v24-7, or visit www.pgedge.com for more information about pgEdge distributed PostgreSQL.