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How I optimized a PostgreSQL query from 6s to 40ms

A practical case study: analyze plan, identify sequential scans and sort cost, add the right composite index, and validate with EXPLAIN ANALYZE.

CREATE INDEX idx_dms_variable_dmsid_code_value
ON dms_variable (dms_id, dms_master_codify_code, value);
Key lesson: equality columns first, range columns later, and always validate the actual plan.