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Database Administration Courses

Database administration courses can help you learn data modeling, query optimization, backup strategies, and performance tuning. You can build skills in managing database security, ensuring data integrity, and automating routine tasks. Many courses introduce tools like SQL Server, Oracle Database, and MySQL, that support implementing these skills effectively. You'll also explore methods for troubleshooting issues and maintaining system reliability, preparing you for various challenges in database management.

Popular Database Administration Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, PostgreSQL, Database Management, Operational Databases, SQL, Google Cloud Platform

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • N

    Nikolai Schuler

    Snowflake - Intermediate Course

    Skills you'll gain: Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Management, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage, Database Administration, Cloud Computing, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis

    4.3 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud Spanner: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Administration, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Databases, Cloud Management, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Transaction Processing

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Software

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Enterprise Java Beans (EJBs) and the Jakarta Persistence API (JPA)

    Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Object-Relational Mapping, Java, Application Servers, Middleware, Application Deployment, Data Persistence, Event-Driven Programming, Enterprise Application Management, Data Access, Code Reusability, Context Management, Database Management, Business Logic

    4.8 stars, 60 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (60) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Finance, Health Care Administration, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Cost Estimation, Corporate Finance, Health Care, Cash Flows, Cash Flow Forecasting

    4.6 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    ISC2

    Network and Communications Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Security Controls, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Firewall, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Proxy Servers, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Infrastructure, System Configuration, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Remote Access Systems, Authentications

    4.6 stars, 42 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Organizational Templates in Trello

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Organizational Structure, Collaborative Software, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Management, Project Management, User Accounts

    4.6 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (19) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Troubleshooting and Solving Data Join Pitfalls

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Google Analytics, Data Integration, Data Manipulation, SQL, Database Administration, Data Validation

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, Linux, Unix, Scripting, Scripting Languages, IT Automation, File I/O

    4.2 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.2 (33) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google

    IT-поддержка Google

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Information Systems Security, IT Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Systems Administration, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Computer Security, Encryption, Desktop Support, Routing Protocols, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Debugging

    4.8 stars, 302 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (302) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google 데이터 애널리틱스 수료증 이수 과정

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard Creation, Data Integrity, Case Studies, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Data Ethics, Ggplot2, Data Validation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Database Management

    4.8 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (46) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular database administration courses

  • Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
  • Snowflake - Intermediate Course: Nikolai Schuler
  • Cloud Spanner: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Open Source Software: Illinois Tech
  • Enterprise Java Beans (EJBs) and the Jakarta Persistence API (JPA): LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Healthcare Finance: University of Michigan
  • Network and Communications Security: ISC2
  • Create Organizational Templates in Trello: Coursera
  • Troubleshooting and Solving Data Join Pitfalls: Google Cloud
  • The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux: Coursera

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