pgcmp: Database Schema Comparison Tool
pgcmp is a powerful toolset designed for comparing database schemas to identify equivalencies and discrepancies between different versions of databases. It is particularly useful in build processes, upgrade validations, and ensuring schema consistency across replicas, accommodating various acceptable differences specific to development and production environments.
Features
Comprehensive schema comparison to ensure identical structures across different database builds.
Facilitates validation of database upgrades by comparing current schemas against previous versions.
Supports reconciliation of expected differences, including user roles and monitoring tools that may vary between environments.
Generates detailed output files, including summaries of matches and discrepancies for thorough analysis.
Utilizes environment variable configuration for flexible database connections and output management.