pg_durable: Microsoft open sources in-database durable execution

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Microsoft has open-sourced pg_durable, a PostgreSQL extension that enables durable execution of functions within the database itself. The tool allows developers to write code that persists through failures and retries without manual intervention, addressing a common challenge in distributed systems where operations need to survive crashes and network interruptions. By moving durable execution logic into the database layer rather than the application, pg_durable simplifies error handling and recovery patterns. The extension is now available on GitHub, potentially offering PostgreSQL users a new approach to building fault-tolerant database applications.