Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we're thrilled to introduce our distinguished guest, Vikas Agarwal. Currently serving as the Vice President of Engineering at Citizens Bank, Vikas is at the forefront of revolutionizing the bank's database landscape. His expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including Database Engineering, Support, Architecture, and Delivery.
Prior to joining Citizens Bank, Vikas honed his skills as an Engineering Manager at Amex, where he spearheaded the comprehensive DBaaS (Database as a Service) initiative.
Vikas's technical prowess extends beyond conventional boundaries. He is the architect behind an innovative AWR (Automatic Workload Repository) equivalent report for PostgreSQL, a feat that showcases his ability to blend creativity with technical acumen. Furthermore, he has masterminded an active-active solution using Oracle GoldenGate in PostgreSQL, demonstrating his capacity for groundbreaking solutions in database technology.
Vikas's contributions are not limited to established corporations; he has a passion for nurturing growth in the startup ecosystem. He has been instrumental in helping numerous startups build robust, scalable products, particularly focusing on cloud and database technologies. His insights and experiences are bound to offer invaluable lessons and inspiration to our listeners.
In today’s conversation, we discuss:
Journey to PostgreSQL: Discovering a Passion
Explore Vikas Agarwal's professional journey and what specifically drew him to work with PostgreSQL. This discussion will delve into the motivations and experiences that led him to specialize in this powerful database system.
PostgreSQL vs. Other Relational Databases: A Comparative Analysis
How PostgreSQL stands apart from other relational databases in terms of features, performance, and usability. This topic aims to highlight the unique aspects of PostgreSQL that make it a preferred choice for certain applications.
Navigating PostgreSQL Security Challenges: Strategies and Solutions
Discuss the various security challenges inherent to PostgreSQL and the strategies employed to mitigate them. This segment will provide insights into maintaining robust security protocols in database management.
Managing Large Datasets and Ensuring High Performance in PostgreSQL
Address the techniques and best practices for handling large datasets and maintaining high performance in PostgreSQL environments. This topic will cover the technical approaches for optimizing database efficiency.
Cloud Database Implementation: Best Practices and Considerations
Focus on the optimal ways to implement a database in the Cloud, considering factors like scalability, security, and cost. This discussion will offer guidance on making informed decisions for cloud-based database solutions.
Hybrid Cloud vs. Regular Cloud: Understanding the Distinctions
Compare and contrast the hybrid cloud model with the regular cloud model, discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each. This segment aims to provide clarity on choosing the right cloud environment for database needs.
Cost Optimization in the Cloud for Databases: Effective Strategies
Explore various strategies for cost optimization in cloud environments, specifically for database management. This topic will offer practical advice on how to achieve cost efficiency while maintaining high performance and reliability in cloud-based databases.
Where to find Vikas Agarwal
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/va1987/
Where to find Ajay
• Newsletter: https://postgresql-blog.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajkpatel/
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