Postgres Best Practices
Helps with PostgreSQL, best practices as part of working with databases and data persistence workflows.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add dirnbauer-postgres-best-practices npx -- -y @trustedskills/dirnbauer-postgres-best-practices
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"dirnbauer-postgres-best-practices": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/dirnbauer-postgres-best-practices"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill provides guidance on PostgreSQL best practices, covering areas like indexing, query optimization, and security. It aims to help users improve database performance, ensure data integrity, and protect against vulnerabilities. The skill offers practical advice applicable to various PostgreSQL deployments, from small projects to large-scale applications.
When to use it
- You're experiencing slow query performance in your PostgreSQL database.
- You need to review your database schema for potential inefficiencies.
- You are setting up a new PostgreSQL instance and want to follow secure configuration practices.
- You’re troubleshooting errors related to data integrity or resource constraints within the database.
Key capabilities
- Indexing strategies
- Query optimization techniques
- Security best practices
- Schema design considerations
Example prompts
- "What are some common indexing mistakes in PostgreSQL?"
- "How can I optimize this SQL query for better performance?" (followed by the query)
- "Suggest security hardening steps for a new PostgreSQL installation."
Tips & gotchas
This skill assumes basic familiarity with PostgreSQL concepts. While it offers general best practices, specific implementations may require adjustments based on your unique database environment and workload.
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