About ClassicDBA

Who We Are

ClassicDBA is a specialized resource for Database Administrators, System Administrators, and GRC professionals who are navigating the exciting intersection of traditional infrastructure and modern AI technologies.

We understand that you've spent years mastering PostgreSQL, MySQL, Linux systems, and enterprise security frameworks. Now, with the rise of Generative AI, there's a new layer of complexity—and opportunity—to explore.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: help experienced infrastructure professionals leverage AI without abandoning their existing expertise.

We believe that the future isn't about replacing DBAs with AI—it's about empowering DBAs with AI. Whether it's optimizing vector embeddings in PostgreSQL, automating compliance workflows, or using LLMs to analyze system logs, we're here to show you how.

What We Cover

🗄️ Database Management

Deep dives into PostgreSQL, MySQL, and other relational databases. We focus on performance tuning, high availability, backup strategies, and increasingly—how to handle vector embeddings and AI workloads.

🤖 Generative AI Integration

Practical guides on integrating LLMs into your existing infrastructure. From RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) systems to automated documentation, we explore real-world use cases.

🔒 Security & GRC

Governance, Risk, and Compliance in the age of AI. How do you audit AI systems? What are the new attack vectors? How do you implement DLP for prompts? We tackle these questions head-on.

⚙️ Automation

Ansible, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, and now—AI agents. We show you how to automate not just deployments, but decision-making processes too.

Why "Classic" DBA?

The term "Classic" isn't about being outdated—it's about being foundational. Just like classic cars are timeless and valuable, classic database and system administration skills are the bedrock upon which modern AI systems are built.

SQL isn't going anywhere. Linux isn't going anywhere. What's changing is how we interact with these systems, and AI is the catalyst.

Get In Touch

Have questions? Want to suggest a topic? Reach out to us at hello@classicdba.com or connect with us on our social channels.

"The best way to predict the future is to build it—on a solid foundation of proven infrastructure practices."