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Prevent transaction ID wraparound by using postgres_get_av_diag() for monitoring autovacuum

In this post, we introduce postgres_get_av_diag(), a new function available in RDS for PostgreSQL to monitor aggressive autovacuum blockers. By using this function, you can identify and address performance and availability risks through actionable insights provided by postgres_get_av_diag().

Automate pre-checks for your Amazon RDS for MySQL major version upgrade

Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS) for MySQL currently supports a variety of Community MySQL major versions including 5.7, 8.0, and 8.4 which present many different features and bug fixes. Upgrading from one major version to another requires careful consideration and planning. For a complete list of compatible major versions, see Supported MySQL major versions […]

Concurrency control in Amazon Aurora DSQL

In this post, we dive deep into concurrency control, providing valuable insights into crafting efficient transaction patterns and presenting examples that demonstrate effective solutions to common concurrency challenges. We also include a sample code that illustrates how to implement retry patterns for seamlessly managing concurrency control exceptions in Amazon Aurora DSQL (DSQL).

Automate database object deployments in Amazon Aurora using AWS CodePipeline

In this post, we show you how to use CodePipeline to streamline your Aurora database deployments. We dive into a detailed architecture and steps for using CodePipeline in conjunction with AWS CodeBuild and AWS Secrets Manager. By the end of this post, you’ll have a clear understanding of how to set up a robust, automated pipeline for your database changes, allowing you to focus on what really matters—delivering value to your customers through innovative features and optimized performance.

Migrate time series data to Amazon Timestream for LiveAnalytics using AWS DMS

We are excited to announce Amazon Timestream for LiveAnalytics as a newly supported target endpoint for AWS Database Migration Service (AWS DMS). This addition allows you to move time-series data from an AWS DMS supported source database to Timestream. In this post, we show you how to use Timestream as a target for an example PostgreSQL source endpoint in AWS DMS.

Run event-driven stored procedures with AWS Lambda for Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL and Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL

In this post, we demonstrate how to set up an event-driven workflow to run stored procedures for Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL with AWS Lambda to bridge this gap by securely connecting to an Aurora PostgreSQL database using AWS Secrets Manager, making sure that stored procedures can be managed in the cloud. We explore the step-by-step process, discuss the advantages of this approach, and address the limitations of invoking stored procedures from Lambda functions.

Understanding how ACU minimum and maximum range impacts scaling in Amazon Aurora Serverless v2

In Part 1 of this two-part blog post series, we focused on understanding how certain Amazon Aurora Serverless v2 database parameters influence the scaling of Aurora capacity units (ACUs) to its minimum and maximum amounts. This post is Part 2, and it focuses on understanding how the minimum and maximum configuration of ACUs impacts scaling behavior in Aurora Serverless v2 and how fast scaling occurs after it starts.

Understanding how certain database parameters impact scaling in Amazon Aurora Serverless v2

The unit of measure for Aurora Serverless v2 is the Aurora capacity unit (ACU). Each workload has unique minimum and maximum ACU requirements. Finding the right ACU configuration and understanding factors influencing Aurora Serverless v2 scaling is essential. This post is Part 1 of a two-part blog post series and focuses on understanding how certain database parameters impact Aurora Serverless v2 scaling behavior for PostgreSQL-compatible DB instances. This post considers minimum ACU to be 0.5 or higher and does not include the new automatic pause feature.

Migrate Oracle applications and databases using AWS Application Migration Service

Migrating an Oracle application and its underlying database to the cloud can be inherently complex. Complexity is significantly amplified by various factors, including operating system compatibility, database and application version, software availability, database storage technologies such as Automatic Storage Management (ASM), and stringent business downtime requirements. AWS Application Migration Service accelerates the migration of applications to Amazon Web Services (AWS) by automatically replicating entire servers at the block level. In this post, we show you the process of migrating Oracle E-Business Suite to AWS using Application Migration Service.

MultiXacts in PostgreSQL: usage, side effects, and monitoring

PostgreSQL’s ability to handle concurrent access while maintaining data consistency relies heavily on its locking mechanisms, particularly at the row level. When multiple transactions attempt to lock the same row simultaneously, PostgreSQL turns to a specialized structure called MultiXact IDs. While MultiXacts provide an efficient way to manage multiple locks on a single row, they […]