At Exein, we use TimescaleDB with SQLx for data storage across services. This article discusses our recent changes to database testing, the challenges we faced, and the solutions we derived.

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This post explores the author's experience with using TimescaleDB, SQLx, and testing in Rust. The author discusses the features of TimescaleDB, the use of SQLx for interfacing with the database, and the challenges faced when testing parts of the system that use a live database. The author also describes their use of wrapper proc macros and their attempts to mitigate deadlock issues. Overall, the author aims to provide insights and solutions for others facing similar challenges.

A tale of TimescaleDB, SQLx and testing in Rust