some other names that I often use when refering to postgresql:
pgsql
psql
postgre
In the end postgres might end up just as confusing as postgresql, and in favor of the current name, at least it is status quo.
Discussion on changing name from PostgreSQL to Postgres
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Re: Discussion on changing name from PostgreSQL to Postgres
#12As mentioned, this page has been up for ages (I've actually read it previously). At this point its sort of pointless, it is normally referred to as 'Postgres' by people giving PG talks at conferences and such.http://www.readenews.com
Re: Discussion on changing name from PostgreSQL to Postgres
#13Maybe, just maybe, people might actually be able to spell and pronounce it now. I mean, even the leaders in the feel fuck it up all the time.
Re: Discussion on changing name from PostgreSQL to Postgres
#14At Heroku we call it Postgres in all things and at all times unless we're referring to official community stuff.
It's a much better name, and it's the original name, and I hope some day it will be the only name.