Optimizing Database Performance

Unlock Peak Performance with Smarter Database Optimization

Relational databases power critical applications across industries—but without effective strategies for optimization, they can quickly suffer from performance issues, data bottlenecks, and inefficiencies. This practical guide helps DBAs, developers, and IT professionals diagnose and resolve common challenges in modern database environments.

Covering essential topics from table design and indexing to advanced SQL tuning and wait statistics, the guide outlines best practices for optimizing queries, managing locks and blocks, and leveraging modern observability tools. You'll learn how to identify slowdowns, interpret execution plans, and use built-in diagnostic views to uncover hidden issues.

Whether you're working with Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, or MySQL, this guide helps you align database performance with business goals—ensuring reliability, speed, and scalability across today’s hybrid IT landscapes.