Julia Schröder Langhaeuser

Production RAG at Scale with Azure Database for PostgreSQL

local PDT (Livestream 3)

One of PostgreSQL's greatest strengths is its ability to serve as more than just a traditional database—it can be the foundation for intelligent systems. With the rise of AI-powered applications, PostgreSQL has emerged as a powerful platform for Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) implementations. So, why should we consider PostgreSQL over specialized vector databases for production RAG systems?

In this talk, we'll explore a complete production RAG architecture that powers Serenity Star's enterprise knowledge management platform. With features like pgvector for semantic search, DiskANN for high-performance indexing, and seamless integration with Microsoft Semantic Kernel, PostgreSQL proves itself as a robust foundation for intelligent knowledge systems processing millions of queries monthly.

Drawing from our real-world experience as Azure customers scaling RAG from prototype to production, we will share practical insights on architecture decisions, performance optimization strategies, and monitoring approaches. We'll cover the complete pipeline: from document chunking and vector storage to semantic search optimization and production monitoring and observability.