Absurd Workflows: Durable Execution With Just Postgres

405 · Armin Ronacher · Nov. 3, 2025, 9:14 a.m.
Summary
The blog post discusses a simple yet innovative implementation of durable execution workflows using just Postgres, called Absurd. It emphasizes the benefits of reducing complexity by avoiding third-party services and explains how tasks can be efficiently managed and retried without losing state. The author illustrates the concept with code examples and explains how this approach allows for reliable function execution in software development, positioning it as a straightforward alternative to more complex solutions.