Row locks at the page level

· Radim Marek · Sept. 17, 2026, 5:09 a.m.
Summary
The blog post discusses how PostgreSQL handles row-level locks at the page level through transaction IDs and visibility mechanisms. It explains how locks are managed to ensure data integrity during concurrent transactions and details the implications of different lock types and their interactions within a database environment. The content includes practical examples and SQL snippets, targeting developers seeking deeper understanding of PostgreSQL's MVCC and locking behavior.
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