How Google NotebookLM Transformed My PostgreSQL Learning Journey

When I decided to learn PostgreSQL, I knew I needed a hands-on approach, especially given the complexities of databases and the need for a solid understanding of SQL.

I had some basic knowledge of SQL from working with MySQL and other databases, but PostgreSQL was a different beast. I needed something that could guide me through the essential concepts, show me real-world use cases, and help me troubleshoot along the way.

That’s when I discovered Google NotebookLM, and it turned out to be an invaluable resource for my PostgreSQL learning journey.

Here’s a breakdown of how I used NotebookLM to learn PostgreSQL, and how it made the entire process smoother and more interactive.

Step 1: Importing a Guide PDF

I started by looking for some good PostgreSQL learning materials. I found a comprehensive PDF guide online-essentially an administrator’s manual for PostgreSQL.

I thought this would be a great resource to work from, so I imported the PDF into my NotebookLM environment.

NotebookLM allows you to upload external resources like PDFs, and it smartly indexes the contents for easy reference. Once the PDF was uploaded, I could highlight sections of the document, ask…