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Why is there database named “postgres”?

Every so often, on irc, someone asks if they can remove postgres database, and why is it even there.

Figured I can write one blogpost to answer it once and for all, and use it as ready answer whenever the question resurfaces.

Continue reading Why is there database named “postgres"?

Posted on 2021-02-09|Tags cleanup, postgres, postgresql, tools, tutorial|6 Comments on Why is there database named “postgres”?

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