The Missing Book to Understand Indexes simplifies database indexing for developers struggling with slow queries. Avoid dense DBA textbooks or superficial tutorials—with this resource, you’ll grasp key concepts through practical principles and 60+ illustrations. It covers topics like index-supported queries (e.g., ORDER BY, joins), optimizing multi-column indexes, and debugging why your database ignores an index.
Written by Tobias Petry, a developer with over a decade of experience, the book focuses on actionable advice for MySQL, PostgreSQL, and beyond—no unnecessary technical jargon. Pair it with supplementary videos for step-by-step explanations of execution plans and schema impacts. Ideal for developers looking to fix query bottlenecks quickly without dedicating weeks to learning. Perfect if you write SQL but struggle with making it fast.