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title: "pg_cron — Database Glossary | Xata"
description: "A PostgreSQL extension providing cron-based job scheduling within the database. Runs SQL commands or functions on configurable schedules without externa..."
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# pg_cron

Extensions

A PostgreSQL extension providing cron-based job scheduling within the database. Runs SQL commands or functions on configurable schedules without external schedulers.

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