[wellylug] How to start postgresql

[Cliff Pratt]

Colin & Josephine Lewis wrote:
 >
> I am wanting to start to get to know Postgresql, but cannot figure out
> the command to start a new postgres session and establish myself as a
> valid user.  I know the Postgres server is starting when my machine
> boots, but nothing appears in the Gnome menus to indicate its presence,
> so figure I must drive it from a terminal.  I am running the latest
> version of Debian if that helps.
> 
Wot the others say.

In addition you might like to look at a tool like pgadmin3 or phppgadmin.

Once you have the basics set up, eg got your self a user with the 
ability to create databases, then you can basically admin your server 
using one of the above tools.

Cheers,

Cliff