Alexey Fadeev
About Alexey Fadeev
.NET Developer and Postgres Evangelist
Alexey Fadeev holds the title of .NET Developer and Postgres Evangelist. He is known for his contributions to simplifying the use of the PLV8 extension for Postgres, a server-side JavaScript engine, by utilizing Docker technology. His work has been showcased at conferences and has greatly impacted the ease of deployment and installation of Postgres extensions.
Simplified PLV8 Installation Using Docker Image
Alexey Fadeev has offered a simplified way to install the PLV8 extension for Postgres through the use of a Docker image. This innovation allows users to bypass complex installation steps, thus streamlining the process. The Docker image provides a pre-configured environment, which greatly reduces setup time and technical barriers.
PGConf 2022 Presentation
Alexey Fadeev unveiled a groundbreaking method to simplify the installation of the PLV8 extension during the PGConf 2022 conference. This presentation highlighted his contributions to enhancing the usability of Postgres, making it more accessible for developers. His method is now implemented widely, easing the installation and deployment process.
Development of Postgres Docker Image with PLV8 Support
Alexey Fadeev played a key role in developing a public Docker image of Postgres with pre-installed PLV8 extension. This development was based on the Debian distribution and significantly improved the hassle-free installation process for users. His contributions have made it easier for developers to use and deploy Postgres with PLV8.
Enhancing PLV8 Performance and Compatibility
Alexey Fadeev contributed significantly to reducing the size of the collected SO-file from 152 MB to 33 MB using the Strip utility. He also pioneered the assembly and launch of the PLV8 extension for the Alpine distribution, reducing the image size from 154 MB to 85.8 MB. Furthermore, he addressed the demand for supporting the arm64 processor architecture, ensuring PLV8 compatibility with new MacBooks equipped with M1 and M2 processors.