PostgreSQL 17 is an upcoming release with significant changes to modernize the database. It includes features like pg_createsubscriber, support for merge and split partitions, incremental file system backup, failover of logical slots, and reporting of optimizer memory usage in EXPLAIN command. Timescale has made several contributions to PostgreSQL 17. The release is aimed at enhancing performance, scalability, security, and compatibility.
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