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MariaDB Foundation Adds PostgreSQL Support to TAF Testing Framework

The MariaDB Foundation has expanded its engine-agnostic Testing Framework to include PostgreSQL, enabling cross-database benchmarking and standardized validation for developers.

MariaDB Foundation added PostgreSQL support to its engine-agnostic Testing Framework (TAF).

This integration lets the framework run tests across multiple database engines. By adding PostgreSQL, the project expands its verification processes, increases reproducibility, and provides utility for contributors.

TAF uses a unified approach to testing that avoids ties to a single database architecture. This architecture enables comparative analysis and consistent validation across different database implementations. The framework now accommodates a wider range of environments, which allows for detailed benchmarking and cross-platform verification.

Standardizing testing procedures across different database backends assists contributors. You can now use the framework to run automated tests and benchmarks on PostgreSQL alongside MariaDB. The expansion keeps testing methodology engine-agnostic while improving open-source testing infrastructure.