- PEBCAK
The number one cause of DB2 performance problems today, as always, is Problem Exists Between Chair And Keyboard!
- Poorly coded SQL
Many performance problems can be traced back to inappropriately coded SQL Code it correctly from the beginning and tune what is already out there.
- Improper indexing
Optimize performance via indexing by workload, not by object.
- Bad program design
Coding DB2 SQL for Performance in your application programs from the outset can eliminate many future problems.
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- Bachelor programming syndrome
Yes, the dreaded "Fear of Committing" can cause performance problems due to concurrency issues.
- Improperly defined buffer pools
Defining effective buffer pools for your DB2 workload is important. There are many things you can do to identify the proper settings and sizing of your DB2 buffer pools.
- Index / table space needs to be reorganized
Reorganization of indexes and table spaces can improve performance. Follow the Five R's to assure optimal DB2 application performance.
- Improperly designed database structures
Designing database structures correctly -- from the beginning -- is the way to go for efficiency and efficacy.
- Copied code syndrome
- RUNSTATS not up-to-date (or not even run)
How can you expect for the DB2 Optimizer to do its thing on your SQL without statistics about your data and environment? Again, The Five R's!
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