Zero-Install psql: Use Docker to Connect to Postgres in Seconds
Spin up psql instantly with Docker—no install required. Works with old and new Postgres versions alike, from 12 to 18. Secure connections, SSH tunnels, and quick fixes included.
Spin up psql instantly with Docker—no install required. Works with old and new Postgres versions alike, from 12 to 18. Secure connections, SSH tunnels, and quick fixes included.
Keep your PostgreSQL client (psql) up to date on Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 24.04, AlmaLinux 9, and AlmaLinux 10. Learn how to install the latest version from the official PostgreSQL repositories for better compatibility, security, and features.
Migrating PostgreSQL databases between servers can be tricky when client and server versions don’t align. Using Docker, you can run the exact PostgreSQL client version you need for pg_dump and pg_restore without installing multiple versions on your system. This guide walks through installing Docker, checking versions, performing dumps and restores without creating roles or databases, and using automated version-smart scripts for smooth migrations.
A quick reference guide to essential PostgreSQL commands. Learn how to list databases, users, tables, schemas, and check environment details directly from the psql shell.
Learn how to run PostgreSQL 17 in a Docker container on your Plesk server with persistent storage, secure connections, and simple backups. This step-by-step guide covers both the Plesk UI and Docker CLI so you can choose the workflow that fits your needs.
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