---
id: GOV_CONNECTION_POOLING
type: standard
status: active
tier: T1
title: connection-pooling
description: Governance rules for connection-pooling.
applies_when:
  - "pgbouncer"
  - "pool size"
  - "max connections"
  - "connection pool"
---

# connection-pooling (current)

This document records the current governance decision for the connection-pooling area. It states the recommended approach, the rationale behind it, and how to request an exception.

## Decision

- Adopt the documented pattern for this area.
- Prefer the recommended approach over ad-hoc alternatives.
- Record any deviation in the project decision record.
- Consult this page before related work begins.
