PostgreSQL 17 vs 18: Side‑by‑Side Performance Wins in Real‑World Queries | POSETTE 2026

A practical comparison of PostgreSQL 17 and 18 performance using real-world query patterns. Divya Bhargov demonstrates where PostgreSQL 18 delivers performance improvements through planner and executor changes, without requiring schema or code modifications. The talk is designed for developers and database operators evaluating PostgreSQL upgrades for their production systems.