Derek Comartin • 4/22/2026

Just Use Postgres as a Queue?

This article discusses the growing trend of using PostgreSQL as a message queue instead of specialized tools like Kafka, Redis, or RabbitMQ. It acknowledges the appeal of simpler infrastructure but warns of hidden complexity, such as implementing visibility timeouts, retries, dead letter queues, ordering, and concurrency. The author argues that while Postgres can be made to work as a queue, it lacks the built-in semantics of dedicated message brokers, leading to significant custom development. The article is relevant to IT/technology professionals considering database vs. queue trade-offs.

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#software architecture #postgres #Message Queuing