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I know PostgreSQL meant to defend themselves, but it just made the matter worse.

1) I didnt even know Uber switched database, now I know. I also know the reasons.

2) Comes across as unprofessional, you don't see Microsoft defending MSSQL this way. They let the users see it for themselves.

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> I know PostgreSQL meant to defend themselves

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> you don't see Microsoft defending MSSQL this way.

PostgreSQL Experts Inc. is a consultancy that specializes in PostgreSQL; they don't appear to be particularly linked to Postgres development organizationally (and none of their staff profiles highlight involvement in Postgres development). If this was the PostgreSQL Global Development Group, you'd be a bit more on point.

If its not PostgreSQL but instead a consultancy then the title should be changed to reflect that. The misunderstanding is likely to affect the comments (as above).

The title does already reflect that. The name of the consultancy is on the title page of the document.

This is not a response from the PostgreSQL team. The author is a consultant specialising in PostgreSQL.

I think they reacted perfectly - they showed they are passionate about their software, while keeping it lighthearted and informative.

Streisand effect indeed but I don't mind. I got to see two posts and some technical aspects I wouldn't otherwise.

> now I know. I also know the reasons.

Good for you. Now you can make informed decisions.

> matter worse.

What do you mean by "worse"? Your comment sounds like having issues in a software product is something embarrassing, something worth of hiding. I always assumed that it is a good thing to have an open discussion about problems in your own software, no?

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