// Scale
Database Optimization
Slow databases are the most common cause of slow applications. We diagnose and resolve database performance issues — from missing indexes to schema design problems to query inefficiencies — that compound into user-visible latency.
// Key benefits
What makes this service valuable
Query analysis and optimisation
We analyse your slow query log, use EXPLAIN ANALYZE to understand execution plans, and rewrite or restructure queries for maximum efficiency.
Index strategy
Missing indexes on frequently queried columns are the fastest performance wins. We design an index strategy that covers your actual access patterns without over-indexing write performance.
Schema review
Normalisation issues, inappropriate data types, and missing constraints — we review your schema for structural problems that cause performance and integrity issues.
// Details
Database performance that scales with your application
Database optimisation starts with the slow query log — the database itself tells you which queries are causing the most pain. We analyse this data to prioritise optimisation effort on the highest-impact queries.
We work with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB, and have deep familiarity with RDS, Cloud SQL, and Atlas as managed services.
// What this includes
- Slow query log analysis
- EXPLAIN ANALYZE for query planning
- Index creation and analysis
- Query rewriting for efficiency
- Connection pooling configuration (PgBouncer)
- Vacuum and autovacuum tuning (PostgreSQL)
- Read replica setup for query distribution
// Deliverables
What you receive
Every engagement produces clear, documented deliverables. Here is exactly what is included in our database optimization service.
- 01Database performance audit report
- 02Slow query analysis with recommendations
- 03Index implementation
- 04Query optimisation implementation
- 05Connection pooling configuration
- 06Before/after query performance benchmarks
// FAQ
Common questions about database optimization
Should I add more indexes or optimise queries?+
Both — but indexes first. Missing indexes on frequently queried columns are the fastest and safest wins. Query optimisation follows for queries that cannot be indexed efficiently or where N+1 patterns are the issue.
Ready to get started with database optimization?
Share your requirements with our team. We respond within one business day with a clear plan from discovery to delivery.