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Gabriele Bartolini

Gabriele Bartolini

VP of CloudNative at EDB | PostgreSQL contributor | DoK Ambassador | CloudNativePG Maintainer

Navigating the uncharted waters of PostgreSQL within Kubernetes using open-source technologies, I bring a wealth of expertise to the table as a KubeCon speaker, Data on Kubernetes Community Ambassador, maintainer of the CloudNativePG Operator, and author of Postgres books. My passions are DevOps, High Availability, Disaster Recovery, Very Large Databases (VLDB) and data warehousing with PostgreSQL. I’m VP of CloudNative at EDB. Opinions are my own.

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CloudNativePG Recipe 3 - What!?! No superuser access?

·7 mins

Explore the secure defaults of a PostgreSQL cluster in this CloudNativePG recipe, aligning with the principle of least authority (PoLA). Our commitment to security and operational simplicity shines through default configurations, balancing robust protection with user-friendly settings. Advanced users can customize as needed. The article navigates default intricacies, PostgreSQL Host-Based Authentication, and the scenarios for enabling superuser access. We also touch on the careful use of the ALTER SYSTEM command, emphasizing our dedication to secure and simple operations.

CloudNativePG Recipe 2 - Inspecting Default Resources in a CloudNativePG Cluster

·8 mins

Dive into the nitty-gritty of how CloudNativePG works its magic with PostgreSQL cluster stuff, zooming in on configmaps and secrets. Peek behind the curtain of the default Private Key Infrastructure – the secret sauce for stress-free mutual TLS authentication. Get to know the default user and database setups, all decked out for maximum security. This article is your go-to roadmap, cruising through CloudNativePG’s resource wizardry and dishing out real-world tips for a breeze in deploying and handling PostgreSQL clusters.

CloudNativePG Recipe 1 - Setting up your local playground in minutes

·6 mins

Dive into the world of running PostgreSQL in Kubernetes with CloudNativePG in this inaugural guide. Follow along as we walk you through the process of setting up a disposable local cluster using kind. Gain insights into creating PostgreSQL clusters, installing CloudNativePG, and leveraging the cnpg plugin for kubectl. Wrap up your journey by tidying up your local cluster. Whether you’re a developer or a DBA, this foundational guide provides a launchpad for your future CloudNativePG explorations with a fully open source stack.

Maximizing Microservice Databases with Kubernetes, Postgres, and CloudNativePG

·12 mins

Explore the synergy between PostgreSQL and Kubernetes through CloudNativePG — a transformative operator discussed in this article. Discover how this powerful open source stack empowers organizations to free themselves from vendor lock-in and to create a seamless microservice database environment, enhancing innovation, operational efficiency and velocity. This article provides a refreshed perspective on “ Why Run Postgres in Kubernetes?” from 2022.

Recommended architectures for PostgreSQL in Kubernetes

·16 mins

This blog article, first published on the CNCF blog, navigates through various Kubernetes architectures, suggesting the use of PostgreSQL replication and advocating for strategic planning, especially in on-premise settings. It underscores the advantages of a “shared nothing” architecture for optimal control and automation synergy. The conclusion invites you to join the CloudNativePG community, emphasizing the transformative potential of merging PostgreSQL and Kubernetes for cloud-native applications.