Database Performance Optimization Techniques

Database performance can make or break your application. Here are the techniques that matter most.

Optimization Strategies

Proper Indexing

Index columns used in WHERE clauses and JOIN operations.

Query Optimization

Use EXPLAIN to understand query execution plans.

Connection Pooling

Reuse database connections for better performance.

Caching Strategies

Implement Redis or Memcached for frequently accessed data.

Monitoring

Track slow queries and optimize them proactively.

These techniques will keep your database responsive even under heavy load.