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pgEdge Integrates CloudNativePG, Revolutionizing Postgres Deployment on Kubernetes

In a significant development, pgEdge has announced the launch of pgEdge Containers within the Kubernetes framework, designed specifically for compatibility with the CloudNativePG operator. This update marks a pivotal step in streamlining the deployment and management of both pgEdge Enterprise Postgres and pgEdge Distributed Postgres on Kubernetes, making it exceptionally user-friendly for developers and operators alike.

Understanding CloudNativePG and Its Importance

CloudNativePG is an open-source operator that automates PostgreSQL cluster lifecycle management leveraging Kubernetes' native resources. Recently accepted into the Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) at the Sandbox maturity level, it has rapidly gained traction within the tech community. The operator boasts over 4.5K GitHub stars and has been downloaded 58 million times, establishing it as the go-to solution for running PostgreSQL on Kubernetes.

With its latest announcement, pgEdge introduces two critical releases: new pgEdge Postgres container images and an updated pgEdge Helm chart. Both aim to markedly ease the deployment process on Kubernetes.

Enhanced Container Images with New Features

The newly released pgEdge Container images, which are built from pgEdge Enterprise Postgres packages, support PostgreSQL versions 16 to 18. They are accessible on the GitHub Container Registry under the name `pgedge/pgedge-postgres`. Two distinct flavors of these images are available:

1. Minimal: This variant includes core pgEdge extensions tailored for distributed deployments (such as spock, snowflake, lolor).
2. Standard: In addition to the core extensions, this flavor adds popular options like pgVector, PostGIS, and pgAudit, allowing organizations to integrate a wide array of functionalities within their applications.

These images work seamlessly with CloudNativePG and Patroni, providing extensive compatibility with other widely-used open-source tools. Moreover, organizations have the flexibility to extend these images with additional desired extensions.

Simplified Deployment with the Updated Helm Chart

The new pgEdge Helm chart takes full advantage of CloudNativePG, facilitating smoother deployment and operation for those looking to implement distributed Postgres architectures. This Helm chart supports various deployment configurations:

• - You can deploy pgEdge Enterprise Postgres in a single region while also allowing optional standby replicas.
• - Utilize pgEdge Distributed Postgres for multi-region deployments featuring Spock multi-master replication.

The updated chart allows developers to easily configure Spock replication settings across all nodes during installation and upgrade processes. It also establishes best practice defaults for deploying pgEdge Distributed Postgres within Kubernetes, making it easier to manage complex database environments.

Key Features and Benefits for Users

The integration of pgEdge with CloudNativePG unlocks a wealth of benefits for users, including:

• - Simplified Operations: The mature operator enhances the orchestration of distributed Postgres systems within Kubernetes, ensuring a smoother user experience.
• - Flexible Deployment: The varied image flavors and a configurable Helm chart support diverse organizational needs, reinforcing adaptability.
• - Community Standards: With the reliance on CNCF-backed tools, pgEdge reinforces its commitment to community-driven innovation and support.
• - 100% Postgres Compatibility: The product comes with no vendor lock-in, maintaining full open-source licensing under the OSI-approved PostgreSQL License, bolstering user trust and engagement.
• - Enterprise-Grade Features: This setup includes multi-master replication, high availability, low latency, and access to a multitude of popular extensions.
• - Production-Ready Solutions: Customers receive same-day security updates and round-the-clock support from seasoned Postgres experts.
• - Multi-Cluster and Multi-Cloud Support: PgEdge enables organizations to run nodes across different regions and cloud providers for enhanced performance and reliability.

As David Mitchell, President and CEO of pgEdge, noted, “These updates are a remarkable leap towards making pgEdge more user-friendly, adaptable, and integrative in Kubernetes environments.” Whether deploying in a single region or across multiple Kubernetes clusters, users will find pgEdge now equipped with the necessary foundations and tools for their requirements.

Availability

The new pgEdge Container images and Helm chart are available for exploration on GitHub. Interested users can start leveraging them today:

• - pgEdge Postgres Images
• - pgEdge Helm Chart

To learn more about pgEdge and to try it for free, visit www.pgedge.com/get-started or access further documentation directly on the pgEdge site.

By embracing these latest innovations, pgEdge not only reinforces its position as a leader in the open-source database landscape but also continues its mission to empower developers worldwide in harnessing the full potential of PostgreSQL in a cloud-native era.