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Support Binary Protocol for Data Types

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#69 opened on Sep 26, 2025

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Description

Add support for binary format in data exchange for improved performance.

Description: PostgreSQL supports text and binary formats for data transfer. Binary is more efficient for large datasets.

Tasks:

  • Implement binary format encoding for common data types
  • Implement binary format decoding for parameters
  • Add support for format codes in Bind messages
  • Add support for binary result sets
  • Create tests for binary data exchange
  • Update documentation

Related files:

  • src/protocol/messageBuilders.js
  • src/protocol/utils.js
  • src/handlers/queryHandlers.js

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Research direction
Implement binary format encoding and decoding for common PostgreSQL data types. Study the PostgreSQL wire protocol documentation for binary format codes. Modify messageBuilders.js to handle format codes in Bind messages and binary result sets. Write comprehensive tests.
Tech stack
javascript
Domain
backenddatabase
Issue type
Feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
3
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
1-2 days
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
Active
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
Clear
Prerequisites
JavaScriptPostgreSQL wire protocol
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
65