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Database Optimization

Analysis and targeted optimization of database queries, indexes, schemas or configuration based on identified performance bottlenecks.

From $50 · 3-10 days

Overview

We start by collecting slow query logs, execution plans and resource metrics to find where time is actually spent. Typical changes include adding or removing indexes, rewriting inefficient queries, adjusting schema details and tuning configuration parameters, each tested on a staging copy where possible. You receive the applied or proposed changes, before-and-after measurements for the targeted queries, and recommendations for issues that need application-level changes.

Benefits

  • Faster response for targeted queries

  • Lower load on database resources

  • Measured before-and-after comparison

  • Clear list of further improvements

What's included

  • Performance audit
  • Optimization changes
  • Benchmark comparison
  • Recommendations

Typical use cases

  • Pages or reports slowing down as data grows
  • High database CPU or memory usage
  • Timeouts on specific API endpoints
  • Preparing for an expected traffic increase
  • Reviewing indexes after schema changes

How it works

  1. Collection of slow queries and execution plans
  2. Bottleneck analysis and change proposals
  3. Testing changes on a staging copy
  4. Applying approved changes to production
  5. Benchmark comparison and recommendations

What we need from you

  • Read access to the database and query logs
  • Staging environment or database copy
  • List of slow pages, reports or endpoints
  • Approval process for production changes

Service FAQ

Changes are tested on a staging copy where possible and applied to production only after your approval, in a window you choose.

Related services

Starting from

$50

Typical range: $50 – $800

3-10 days

Type: Custom quote

Final pricing depends on approved project scope and complexity.

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