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.@valkeyio.bsky.social delivers Redis performance without vendor lock-in.

This migration checklist guides you through planning, execution, and validation, ensuring a smooth and strategic transition from Redis 7.4+ to your new environment.

📋 Get the step-by-step guide: https://bit.ly/3N90gOt
January 16, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Percona Toolkit 3.7.1 fixes the MariaDB support broken in 3.7.0.

Plus finalized SSL/TLS support, Debian 13 compatibility, and new skip options for pt-k8s-debug-collector.

👀 Get the full details of what's new: https://bit.ly/4pqpS73
January 15, 2026 at 9:13 PM
PostgreSQL 18's built-in OIDC authentication just got a major speed boost!

pg_oidc_validator v0.2 caches authentication data instead of checking your identity provider every single time.

Plus, easier installation with pre-built packages. https://bit.ly/3Lr7BZ5
Enhancing PostgreSQL OIDC with pg_oidc_validator
With PostgreSQL 18 introducing built-in OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication, tools like pg_oidc_validator have become an essential part of the ecosystem by enabling server-side verifica...
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January 13, 2026 at 6:11 PM
🏦 Banks depend on XML libraries like libxml2 for compliance reporting, but many have zero maintainers.

Collaborative support through OSPOs costs less than replacing critical infrastructure. Time to step up! https://bit.ly/4s2Zr9W
Banking and open source - how should you allocate time and money?
It should not be a secret that the world’s IT systems rely on open source software - according to an...
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January 10, 2026 at 3:58 PM
One of the most impactful changes in MongoDB 8.0 is the updated version of TCMalloc (Thread-Caching Malloc), which affects how the server allocates, caches, and reuses memory blocks.

See how it influences performance and memory fragmentation. 👇 https://bit.ly/3N7EScm
Memory Management in MongoDB 8.0: Testing the New TCMalloc
Testing the new TCMalloc to see how it influences performance and memory fragmentation, and what differences you can expect before and after upgrading to MongoDB 8.0.
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January 8, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Redis switched to a restrictive license, and the community responded fast—contributions dropped 20%, while forks like Valkey surged.

Trust erodes when companies prioritize profits over openness. The data doesn't lie ⬇️ https://bit.ly/451gmQ8
Open Source License Shifts: Redis Erodes Trust, Sparks Forks and Decline
Open source projects like Redis are shifting to restrictive licenses to safeguard profits, eroding community trust and causing sharp declines in contributions, as shown by Percona's data. This sparks ...
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January 7, 2026 at 5:13 PM
A true multi-cloud strategy depends on database portability. Kubernetes provides one platform to deploy, scale, and recover databases anywhere. https://bit.ly/498BarI
Kubernetes Multi-Cloud Architecture: Building Portable Databases Without Lock-In
A Kubernetes Multi-Cloud Architecture keeps databases portable, reduces lock-in risk, and delivers predictable operations across clouds.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:46 PM
Introducing JS Stored Programs as a Tech Preview in Percona Server for MySQL 8.4.7-7.

Unlike Oracle's implementation, restricted to the Enterprise Edition or Oracle Cloud, we have integrated the open source Google V8 engine. https://bit.ly/3LfsYg4
JavaScript Stored Routines in Percona Server for MySQL: A New Era for Database Programmability
Run JS natively in Percona Server for MySQL 8.4.7. This Tech Preview integrates the V8 engine for native JSON processing and validation, offering an open-source alternative to proprietary enterprise e...
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January 5, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Reposted by Percona
A recent report by @percona.bsky.social has analyzed the repository statistics of the hashtag#MySQL server to evaluate the project's status, Oracle's commitment to MySQL, and the future of the community edition.

My recap is out today on @infoq.com

www.infoq.com/news/2025/12...
MySQL Repository Analysis Reveals Declining Development and Shrinking Contributor Base
A recent report has analyzed the repository statistics of the MySQL server to evaluate the project's status, Oracle's commitment to MySQL, and the future of the community edition. Julia Vural, softwar...
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December 5, 2025 at 4:23 PM
The best database partner doesn't just show up for emergencies. 🤝

From architecture to optimization to ongoing support, Percona is with you through growth, change, and what comes next. Give your team the gift of a partner for the long run.

What would make 2026 a "data win" year for your team?
December 23, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Enterprise reliability shouldn't require enterprise licensing costs.

Percona delivers deep expertise, strong performance, & predictable costs—all powered by open source.

Give your budget the gift of efficiency without compromise.

Where are you hoping to save budget in your data stack next year?
December 22, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Real environments are multi-database.

Percona helps many popular open source databases run well 𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 so your stack works as a unified system, not isolated silos.

How many databases are you running side-by-side right now? Let us know below! 👇
December 21, 2025 at 3:58 PM
You can't fix what you can't see.

Percona Monitoring and Management turns noise into clear signals, helping you spot issues early and tune proactively. Give your team the gift of clarity when it matters most.

Is your current database monitoring dashboard meeting your needs?
December 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🚒 Database upgrades shouldn't be fire drills. But without proper planning and testing, they often turn into exactly that—downtime, compatibility issues, and sleepless nights.

Take the drama out of modernization. Let Percona guide you.

Get the gift of confident upgrades in 2026. 🎁
December 19, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Backups only matter if recovery actually works. 🔒

Percona helps you automate backups, validate restores, and test recovery paths so "just in case" never becomes "too late."

When did you last test a full restore end-to-end? Let us know in the comments! 👇
December 18, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Performance isn't a one-time fix, it's an ongoing discipline.

Percona helps you tune, monitor, & future-proof your databases so efficiency stays strong as workloads grow.

What's the one performance metric you're watching most closely next year?
December 17, 2025 at 7:29 PM
High availability isn't optional anymore. It's essential.

Percona designs HA architectures that keep your data online through failures, patches, and maintenance. Your business keeps moving, no matter what.

What's your HA strategy heading into 2026?
December 16, 2025 at 5:23 PM
No lock-in. No surprise licensing shifts. Just open source you control.

Percona helps you run MySQL, PostgreSQL, Valkey, & more with total flexibility. Build your way, evolve on your terms. Give the gift of true database freedom.

What will "freedom from lock-in" enable for your team next year?
December 15, 2025 at 3:05 PM
⚡ Slow queries don't just hurt performance—they erode user trust.

Percona helps you find bottlenecks and optimize workloads so your products stay responsive at scale. No guesswork, just results.

If you could speed up one workload instantly, what would it be?
December 14, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Your databases don't take holidays. Neither does our support.

With Percona Support incidents stay small & uptime stays strong, 24x7x365. Give the gift of peace of mind, knowing expert help is always there when you need it.

When was your last "uh-oh" database moment, and what did you learn from it?
December 13, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Year-end traffic spikes are inevitable. Database stress isn't.

Percona's open source solutions help you scale smoothly and predictably, so your databases stay steady even when demand surges. No panic, no downtime, just reliable performance when it matters most.
December 12, 2025 at 6:50 PM
Stop rebuilding your MySQL tables just to define a Primary Key.

If you already have a unique non-null key, you can promote it to a Primary Key instantly using this tablespace trick.
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How to Turn a MySQL Unique Key Into a Primary Key
In theory, the only solution is to rebuild the table to change from a non-nullable unique key to a primary key. Here's how we can trick MySQL into migrating an InnoDB table from NNUK to PK.
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December 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
‼️ Percona Distribution for PostgreSQL 18 is coming soon with TDE!

We're taking time to ensure rock-solid integration with the new AIO feature. Quality > speed. https://bit.ly/3MC8hLp
Keep Calm - TDE for PostgreSQL 18 Is on Its Way!
If you’ve been following the buzz around PostgreSQL, you’ve probably already heard that database level open source data-at-rest encryption is now available thanks to the Transparent Data Encryption (T...
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December 4, 2025 at 5:06 PM
If you’re using a Patroni cluster, always start PostgreSQL through the Patroni service. Your database will appreciate it. Let’s keep everything running smoothly! https://bit.ly/48uuYsp
Impact of Starting PostgreSQL Service Manually in an Active Patroni Cluster
Starting PostgreSQL manually in a Patroni-managed HA cluster is not a harmless mistake -- it is a data-consistency risk. Here's what you need to know.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:48 PM