Joshua D. Drake

Partner, Father, Explorer. Founder: @cmdpromptinc, @pgus and @postgresconf . Public Speaker, Author, @postgresql expert. Host: More than a Refresh

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@cmdpromptinc is trying new ways to create #aww . Join them in a partnership of successful solutions to all your
#postgresql, #postgres and #linux needs . @postgresworld

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

With @EFF signing off, it is clear that X no longer represents the freedom it declares. Account will remain but I am moving my interactions to:

@offgridwithjd.bsky.social

and

https://t.co/reipNoU1wP

And of course LinkedIN.

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@TheMattViera Having employees

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@BeardyBrandon It's all about the relationship and a good agent will take care of you.

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@BeardyBrandon I will give you a real life example (mine).

My agent handled all contractor management for upgrades/repairs. Insured it was quality work and handled all staging , photos and drone shots. It was a literal: all I had to do was pack and leave.

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

What maintenance task are you avoiding right now?

📅 April 16, 1pm ET
You’re not alone. Join us:
https://t.co/xj85pU2vPM

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@lisakeb007 Well that's true. I just did a whole keynote telling people success is about what is, not what you wish it would be

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

Rember folks: the coals may seem cold and out but in 40mph winds, that's a lie

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

When Postgres grows… what gets harder first?

Thanks to BaseShift for supporting Postgres Conference 2026 as a partner sponsor.

Exploring better ways to manage and operate data at scale.

Learn more:
https://t.co/aqDicEAouF

Register:
https://t.co/PCkUjZL5HZ

[Command Prompt, Inc. @cmdpromptinc]

Is the internet real or just profitable manipulation?

@MarijnMarkus explains how bots + disinformation shape what you see.

Watch: https://t.co/RdotpU6QaF

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

Ryan Booz (pganalyze) is joining us at Postgres Conference 2026, April 21–23 in San Jose.
Ryan works closely with teams tackling these exact challenges: the messy, real-world side of performance that doesn’t show up in textbook examples.
Get your tickets:
https://t.co/Tx8xEeQFOI

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@ronrule And yes, most kids should be homeschooled

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@ronrule No.

You have a responsibility to contribute to the greater good good of society.

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@UziCryptoo France is also the third most in debt nation in the EU

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

@MarketPalmer_ You are both arguing with walls

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

Is it the sessions or the "hallway track"?

At #PostgresConf 2026, it’s both. Join Dr. Aaron Cutshall & our community in San Jose to talk all things Postgres and beyond.

The real breakthroughs happen between the talks.

Get your tickets:
https://t.co/Tx8xEeQ7Za

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

PostgresConf 2026 is just weeks away. Don't miss 3 days of deep-dives & networking in San Jose.

🎟 Tickets 👇
https://t.co/Tx8xEeQ7Za

[Joshua D. Drake @OffgridwithJD]

https://t.co/w5UioqtRj4

[Command Prompt, Inc. @cmdpromptinc]

When Postgres feels "off," is it a bug or just maintenance? Let’s talk it through. Real questions, real systems, no script.

April 16, 1pm ET
Register: [https://t.co/kDD8ngvwaE]

[PostgresConf @postgresconf]

Don't wait for a crash! Dr. Ibrar Ahmed (@pgEdge) joins #PostgresConf 2026 to speak on "8 Steps to Bullet-Proof DR" as well as Multi Master Workflows

Register at:
🎟️: https://t.co/Tx8xEeQ7Za