Dexter: Automatic Indexing Tool for Postgres
Dexter is an advanced automatic indexing tool designed to optimize query performance in PostgreSQL databases. By analyzing query patterns and identifying slow queries, Dexter helps database administrators automatically create hypothetical indexes, enhancing the speed and efficiency of database operations without necessitating a server restart.
Features
Automatic detection of slow queries and suggestion of hypothetical indexes
Flexible connection options, supporting both URI and connection string formats
Multiple query collection sources, including live queries, log files, and SQL files
Configurable indexing parameters to prevent one-off queries from being indexed
Support for Docker and Homebrew installation, ensuring easy setup across different environments
Integration with HypoPG for creating and managing hypothetical indexes