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Complete Guide to Redis Monitoring: Essential Metrics, Tools & Best Practices 2025

Redis is a powerful tool, but its position in the critical path of applications means that performance issues can have a widespread impact. Whether you use Redis as a cache, session store, or primary database, effective monitoring is essential to prevent slowdowns and ensure a responsive user experience. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough of Redis monitoring, covering the essential metrics you need to track, the tools available to you, and the best practices to adopt in 2025.

Vector Databases Explained: What they are & Why they Matter [Quick Question Ep. 2]

Ever wondered what a vector database is and why it’s becoming so important in AI search? In this quick video, I’ll break down what a vector database is, how it works, and what you should consider when choosing one. About Elastic Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale. Elastic’s solutions for search, observability, and security are built on the Elastic Search AI Platform — the development platform used by thousands of companies, including more than 50% of the Fortune 500.

PostgreSQL Table partitions now supported in Flyway

This blog post was originally authored by Prajakta Tamhankar, whose insights and expertise shaped much of the content you’ll read here. We are thrilled to announce the General Availability (GA) of Table Partitions for PostgreSQL users in Flyway v8.0.2. This new functionality is designed to enhance your database management experience by providing robust support for table partitions, including sub-partitions and range partitions.

Live PostgreSQL Monitoring on Azure & AWS with pgNow

Managing credentials gets trickier as your Flyway project grows, especially when databases contain sensitive data. In this episode, Tony and Tonie break down how Flyway’s Property Resolvers help you keep secrets safe by pulling them securely from local or cloud-based stores, avoiding hardcoding them into config files.

Build EF Core Models Visually with Entity Developer - No More Manual Mapping!

Want to simplify your EF Core development? Discover how Entity Developer — a powerful visual ORM tool from Devart — helps.NET developers design, generate, and maintain EF Core models faster and with fewer errors. In this video, you’ll learn how to: Entity Developer works as both a standalone app and a Visual Studio plugin, giving you flexibility across any development environment. With support for EF Core, NHibernate, and LinqConnect, it's your all-in-one solution for ORM design in.NET.

Database Naming Standards: SQL Conventions for Tables, Columns, and Keys

SQL naming conventions are often at the root of database headaches. One careless name like temp1 or new_table can lead to broken queries, failed deployments, and hours of avoidable debugging. To prevent this, teams need clear, enforceable naming standards: rules they can rely on as databases evolve. Many organizations also turn to purpose-built SQL Server IDEs to apply the standards programmatically, visualize relationships, and manage schema changes across environments.

Credentials and Flyway: Keep Secrets Safe with Resolvers

Managing credentials gets trickier as your Flyway project grows, especially when databases contain sensitive data. In this episode, Tony and Tonie break down how Flyway’s Property Resolvers help you keep secrets safe by pulling them securely from local or cloud-based stores, avoiding hardcoding them into config files.

Flyway code analysis - These are a few of my favorite rules

Clean, consistent SQL code isn’t just a preference. It’s a pathway to healthier applications, faster debugging, and happier teams. Whether you’re onboarding new developers or optimizing legacy systems, having a clear set of standards can make all the difference. Flyway’s code analysis is a powerful ally in keeping your database code tidy and secure, and making sure best practices are being followed.

Flyway Autopilot: Ingeniously Simple Database DevOps

Can Flyway Autopilot really help you get up and running with database migrations, CI/CD, and deployment best practices in under 20 minutes? In this special episode, Tonie and Tony sit down with Huxley Kendell, the co-creator of Flyway Autopilot, to find out what it does, how it works, and what inspired him to build it. Whether you're new to Flyway or looking to improve how your team handles database changes, this is your shortcut to getting started.

dotConnect for Oracle: Powerful .NET data access with full ORM support

Elevate your.NET development with dotConnect for Oracle — a high-performance ADO.NET data provider built for enterprise-grade Oracle data access. In this video, discover how dotConnect for Oracle streamlines database connectivity, boosts developer productivity, and enables robust, scalable applications across the.NET ecosystem. What you’ll see: Whether you're building enterprise applications or high-throughput data services, dotConnect for Oracle delivers the performance, flexibility, and reliability your projects demand.

How Attending Conferences Can Boost Your Skills and Career

If you’ve ever wondered whether attending a conference is worth the time and budget, you’re not alone. But for data professionals, the right event can be a game-changer, not just for your technical skills, but for your career trajectory. At Redgate, we’ve seen firsthand how events like PASS Data Community Summit help attendees grow, connect, and return to work with fresh ideas and renewed energy.

SQL Prompt and other Tools now use a Dedicated Entra ID Application for Azure SQL Databases - Update Required

If you use Microsoft Entra ID to connect Redgate tools, such as SQL Prompt, to Azure SQL Databases, please update to the versions listed below before July 31, 2025. These versions use a new, dedicated Entra ID app to authenticate. Earlier versions use an authentication method that will no longer work after July 31st. This change only affects connections to Azure SQL Databases.

TOP Salesforce Integration Tools

Looking to streamline your business workflows and boost Salesforce capabilities? In this video, we explore the top Salesforce integration tools that help connect Salesforce with the most popular apps like DBeaver, Power BI, Excel etc. Whether you're a developer, admin, or business leader, these tools can help you automate tasks, improve data flow, and enhance productivity.

AI for Data Analytics: Unlocking the Power of Data Insights

According to McKinsey, 78% of organizations have implemented AI in at least one core function, with data analytics leading that transformation. AI no longer supports analytics from the sidelines; it now directs how data is queried, modeled, and delivered. It forecasts outcomes, detects anomalies, and reveals real-time insights, often before a dashboard loads. For SQL developers and DBAs, this marks a new phase in data work.

SQL Server AI Guide: Best Tools, Benefits & Use Cases

SQL Server AI marks the beginning of a new era for data-driven businesses. What was once thought of as a future prediction is now actively transforming database management. With outstanding features like natural language processing, predictive analytics, and automated error handling, managing data with artificial intelligence in SQL Server is faster, easier, and better. If you are a database developer, data analyst, or DBA, using SQL Server AI is no longer optional; it’s a productivity necessity.

How to Use AI for MySQL: Optimizing Queries and Database Management

Imagine telling your database to get the best five customers by order from six months ago, and you get a well-optimized query instantly. Zero coding. No Googling syntax. Just results. Welcome to the future of database management with MySQL AI. MySQL Artificial Intelligence is a strategic solution transforming the traditional method of managing databases.

How to Create a Database from Scratch: A Step-by-Step Guide

Knowing how to create a database is no longer just a backend task; it’s a core skill for building systems that perform under pressure and scale with complexity. With global data volumes expected to reach 175 zettabytes by 2025, developers must design systems that turn raw information into something meaningful, accessible, and usable. But what does that look like in practice? How do you go from raw data requirements to a reliable schema? Which engine should you choose?

10 Essential Things to Know Before Diving into Database DevOps

In today’s rapidly evolving world of development, Database DevOps is becoming an essential practice. It combines the agility of DevOps with the intricacies of databases, all with the goal of enhancing speed, stability and collaboration when it comes to database changes. However, before diving into Database DevOps there are some key concepts your team should get acquainted with. Here are 10 key things you should know to truly understand and reap the benefits from Database DevOps.

MCP Server Integration & Much More: What's New in VictoriaMetrics Cloud Q2 2025

Q2 2025 has brought another wave of improvements to VictoriaMetrics Cloud! If you tuned in to our latest Quarterly Virtual Meetup, you saw firsthand how we’re making observability even more accessible, powerful, and interactive.

Top NetSuite Connectors in 2025 and How Businesses Use Them

NetSuite connectors unlock the real power of your ERP by bridging gaps between systems, data, and decisions. According to McKinsey, only 1 in 5 companies capture more than half the expected value from their ERP investments. The missing link? Integration. Core modules alone are not enough. Today’s ERPs must serve as connected command centers, linking systems, syncing data, and supporting real-time decision-making. NetSuite is no exception.

Making AI scalable with database change management and Redgate Flyway

With the rise of AI and machine learning comes data. Lots of it. For organizations today, AI is radically changing the way data is accessed, maintained and operationalized. For heads of architecture and development teams, it offers opportunity and responsibility.