What is Database Tuning?
FAQs
Database tuning ensures your applications run smoothly by reducing query response times, optimizing resource usage, and preventing performance issues before they affect users.
Typically, database administrators (DBAs) lead tuning efforts, but developers and IT teams often collaborate to optimize queries, schemas, and resource configurations.
Regular tuning is essential—especially after major application updates, traffic spikes, or significant data growth—to maintain consistent performance.
No, businesses of all sizes benefit from database performance tuning—especially applications with real-time data access needs or high query volumes.
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