Explore the intersection of Node.js and PostgreSQL in this 49-minute conference talk. Dive into the world of data access in dynamic languages on single-threaded platforms, questioning traditional object-oriented architectures in the context of JavaScript's functional toolkit. Examine the theoretical and practical aspects of Massive.js, a PostgreSQL-exclusive data mapper for Node, and learn how to leverage PostgreSQL's full potential in Node applications. Discover innovative approaches to data management that move beyond conventional object-oriented and object-relational methods, offering insights into more efficient and flexible database integration strategies for modern web development.