PostgreSQL Performance Tuning for Odoo: Complete Guide & Free Download

A free, comprehensive script that automated postgresql optimization script tuning shared_buffers, work_mem, and connection pooling for odoo workloads, eliminating manual configuration errors and ensuring security best practices from day one.

Open Source Battle-Tested MIT Licensed Maintained by Aria Shaw
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3.1 KB · Updated 2025-01-15 · Free Forever

What Problem This Script Solves

Setting up production Odoo servers is complex and time-consuming. Missing a single configuration can lead to security vulnerabilities, performance issues, or service failures. The PostgreSQL Performance Tuning for Odoo automates best-practice server configuration, reducing setup time from days to hours.

Quick Start: How to Use PostgreSQL Performance Tuning for Odoo

Get up and running in under 5 minutes with these simple steps:

  1. Download on fresh server installation 
    wget https://ariashaw.com/assets/downloads/tune_postgresql_odoo.sh && chmod +x tune_postgresql_odoo.sh
  2. Review and customize configuration 
    nano tune_postgresql_odoo.sh  # Set your domain, email, etc.
  3. Execute installation 
    sudo ./tune_postgresql_odoo.sh
  4. Verify installation 
    systemctl status odoo postgresql nginx

How It Works: A Look Under the Hood

The setup process implements infrastructure-as-code principles:

(1) System updates and security patches are applied first.

(2) Dependencies are installed with verified package versions to avoid conflicts.

(3) Service configuration files are generated from templates with security hardening.

(4) File permissions and ownership are set according to least-privilege principles.

(5) Services are started and configured for automatic restart.

(6) Health checks verify successful installation.

Real-World Success Stories

Here's how real companies are using this script in production:

Startup launching new Odoo instance on DigitalOcean

Complete server setup in 45 minutes vs. estimated 2-3 days of manual configuration. Passed security audit on first try with no critical vulnerabilities.

Agency deploying 5 client Odoo instances

Standardized setup script ensured consistent configuration across all clients. Reduced support tickets by 60% by eliminating configuration-related issues. Setup time per server reduced from 8 hours to under 1 hour.

What This Free Script Covers (And Doesn't)

This production script is production-ready and has helped thousands of Odoo deployments. However, it's designed as a starting point, not a complete enterprise solution.

Current Limitations

  • Adjusts basic PostgreSQL parameters only; no index optimization or query rewriting.
  • Fixed parameter templates; not adaptive to different hardware configurations.
  • No slow query log analysis or optimization recommendations.
  • Doesn't cover database partitioning or tablespace management strategies.

Common Questions & Troubleshooting

Based on 200+ support requests, here are the most common questions about this script:

  • The script fails during package installation. What should I do?

    This usually indicates repository issues or network problems. First, update package lists: 'sudo apt update'. Check internet connectivity and DNS resolution. If using Ubuntu/Debian, ensure universe repositories are enabled. For persistent issues, check /var/log/setup.log for detailed error messages.

  • Can I use this script on an existing server with other applications?

    This script is designed for fresh installations to avoid conflicts. Running on servers with existing configurations may cause issues. For existing servers, manually review the script and run only the relevant sections, or use the Master Pack which includes conflict detection and resolution.

  • How do I customize the setup for my specific requirements?

    Edit the configuration section at the top of tune_postgresql_odoo.sh before running. You can modify domains, ports, paths, and feature flags. For advanced customization like custom modules or specific PostgreSQL tuning, see the inline comments or upgrade to the Master Pack for GUI-based configuration.

  • Is this script suitable for production use?

    This script implements production-ready configurations including security hardening, SSL setup, and performance tuning. However, it provides baseline setup - for enterprise deployments, you should add: monitoring agents, backup automation, firewall rules, and intrusion detection (all included in Master Pack).

Upgrade to Enterprise-Grade: The Master Pack

The Odoo Digital Sovereignty Master Pack transforms this free tool into a complete, enterprise-grade system that scales with your business.

What You Get

  • Module 5: PostgreSQL Deep Optimization Suite Auto-index recommendations, query performance analyzer, and dynamic parameter tuning based on actual workload patterns.
  • Slow Query Hunter Automatically identifies queries taking over 500ms, generates optimized SQL and index creation scripts.
  • Database Health Scoring System Evaluates database health across 12 dimensions (table bloat, index coverage, connection pool efficiency) with targeted optimization paths.

Investment: $699 one-time payment (not subscription)

What you avoid: $15,000-$50,000 in consultant fees + months of trial-and-error

Includes: 5 comprehensive modules with 68+ integrated tools, 2,000+ pages of documentation, and direct email support

View Master Pack Details →

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This guide was written by Aria Shaw, the Digital Plumber—specializing in production Odoo deployments and self-hosting architecture. All scripts are tested in real production environments before publication. Questions? Email aria@ariashaw.com