Re: [SQL] Which index is better for join operations - Mailing list pgsql-sql

From Vadim Mikheev
Subject Re: [SQL] Which index is better for join operations
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In response to Which index is better for join operations  ("Chris Williams" <chris_d_williams@itd.sterling.com>)
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Chris Williams wrote:
>
> I have a SQL statement that is SLOW and I am wondering if using a hash index instead of a btree on
> the fields that are used for the join operations would be faster?  Anyone have any input on this.

No. Also, keep in mind that btree-s are more stable and hash
index creation takes more time.

Did you run vacuum? Also, it's always good to build index after
copying data to tables - it's faster and updates statistic
about relation.

> The query is between 3 tables.  If you need any more details, please let me know.

Vadim

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