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Amazon DynamoDB - The Definitive Guide

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Ce que vous apprendrez

Implement DynamoDB’s key-value model and relational migrations effectively.
Optimize DynamoDB tables with secondary indexes and partitioning strategies.
Configure DynamoDB Accelerator (DAX) for high-performance caching.

Compétences que vous acquerrez

Catégorie : Database Architecture and Administration
Catégorie : Scalability
Catégorie : Data Analysis Expressions (DAX)
Catégorie : Database Administration
Catégorie : Database Management
Catégorie : Database Design
Catégorie : Performance Tuning
Catégorie : Data Modeling
Catégorie : Distributed Computing
Catégorie : Data Access
Catégorie : Data Storage Technologies
Catégorie : Transaction Processing
Catégorie : Capacity Management

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Catégorie : Database Management Systems
Catégorie : Relational Databases
Catégorie : Amazon Web Services
Catégorie : Amazon DynamoDB

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This course provides an in-depth exploration of Amazon DynamoDB, a powerful NoSQL database service that enables developers to build scalable and highly available applications. Mastering DynamoDB allows professionals to handle massive amounts of data with speed and flexibility, which is essential for modern, cloud-based applications.

By diving into key topics such as the AWS Management Console, SDKs, and core DynamoDB components, learners will enhance their ability to design and manage highly efficient, distributed databases. The course covers essential concepts such as read consistency, operations, vertical partitioning, and secondary indexes to optimize data management. What sets this course apart is its combination of theoretical knowledge and real-world applications. You will work with practical tools like the NoSQL Workbench, DynamoDB Accelerator (DAX), and gain insight into global tables, backup/restore strategies, and advanced analytical patterns. This course prepares you for hands-on database management, from simple key-value structures to complex, multi-region architectures. This course is ideal for developers, database administrators, and engineers looking to build expertise in DynamoDB and NoSQL databases. A background in cloud computing and basic database concepts is recommended.

In this section, we cover DynamoDB's market role, real-world use cases, and workload evaluation criteria.

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2 vidéos4 lectures1 devoir

2 vidéosTotal 2 minutes

Course Overview Video1 minute
Amazon DynamoDB in Action - Overview Video1 minute

4 lecturesTotal 40 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Reviewing the Role of NoSQL and DynamoDB in the Current Database Market10 minutes
How and Where Does DynamoDB Fit Into All of This10 minutes
DynamoDB Case Studies10 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Exploring Amazon DynamoDB and NoSQL Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we cover DynamoDB interactions via AWS Console, SDKs, and local environments.

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1 vidéo5 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

The AWS Management Console and SDKs - Overview Video1 minute

5 lecturesTotal 70 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
Navigating and Working with Items15 minutes
A Brief Overview of How Throughput Is Charged10 minutes
Using the AWS SDK15 minutes
Using AWS Lambda and Installing DynamoDB Local15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

AWS Management Console and SDK Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we explore NoSQL Workbench for DynamoDB, focusing on data modeling, efficient access patterns, and practical tools for database management and optimization.

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1 vidéo4 lectures1 devoir

In this section, we explore key-value data modeling in DynamoDB, focusing on efficient data retrieval, supported data types, and design practices for scalable NoSQL applications.

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1 vidéo5 lectures1 devoir

In this section, we explore transitioning from relational thinking to NoSQL data modeling, focusing on access patterns and denormalization.

Inclus

1 vidéo6 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Moving from a Relational Mindset - Overview Video1 minute

6 lecturesTotal 65 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Use Case Internet of Things (IoT)15 minutes
Denormalization Storing Multiple Copies Is OK10 minutes
Data That Needs to Be Accessed Together Must Be Stored Together10 minutes
Using Multiple DynamoDB Tables for Your Application10 minutes
Breaking Down Items10 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Transitioning from Relational to NoSQL Data Models10 minutes

In this section, we cover DynamoDB read consistency, APIs, and transactions for reliable data access.

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1 vidéo6 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéo

Read Consistency, Operations, and Transactions - Overview Video0 minutes

6 lecturesTotal 70 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Choosing the Right Read Consistency Mode15 minutes
Scan10 minutes
PartiQL Read Operations10 minutes
Transactions and Atomicity10 minutes
Reviewing Key Highlights of Transactions15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

DynamoDB and Distributed System Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we explore vertical partitioning in DynamoDB, focusing on data grouping, item collections, and optimizing performance while managing system constraints.

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1 vidéo3 lectures1 devoir

In this section, we explore implementing local and global secondary indexes in DynamoDB to support alternate access patterns, focusing on consistency, performance, and efficient data retrieval.

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1 vidéo9 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Secondary Indexes - Overview Video1 minute

9 lecturesTotal 105 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Handling Additional Access Patterns10 minutes
Example Model App Authentication10 minutes
Local Secondary Indexes10 minutes
Item Collections15 minutes
Extended Lookup on the Base Table15 minutes
Online Index Creation and Management10 minutes
Comparing Secondary Indexes10 minutes
Sharding15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Exploring Secondary Index Concepts in DynamoDB10 minutes

In this section, we explore DynamoDB capacity modes and table classes, focusing on provisioned and on-demand modes, cost optimization, and performance management for efficient resource use.

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1 vidéo8 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Capacity Modes and Table Classes - Overview Video1 minute

8 lecturesTotal 85 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Diving into Capacity Modes10 minutes
Burst Capacity10 minutes
On-Demand Capacity Mode10 minutes
Scaling Characteristics of On-Demand Tables15 minutes
Using Auto Scaling for Provisioned Mode10 minutes
Cost Optimizing with Capacity Reservations10 minutes
Choosing the Right Capacity Mode10 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

DynamoDB Capacity and Table Class Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we examine DynamoDB's core components like Request Routers, Storage Nodes, and Metadata, explaining their roles in secure, scalable data handling and efficient request processing.

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1 vidéo6 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Request Routers, Storage Nodes, and Other Core Components - Overview Video1 minute

6 lecturesTotal 70 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
Accessing Metadata10 minutes
Local Lazy Caching10 minutes
Log Archival10 minutes
Auto Admin and Metadata15 minutes
The Journey of a Read Request (GetItem)10 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

DynamoDB System Architecture and Operations10 minutes

In this section, we explore DynamoDB backup, restore, and S3 data export functionalities, focusing on on-demand backups, PITR, and data movement strategies for resilient application design.

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1 vidéo7 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Backup, Restore, and More - Overview Video1 minute

7 lecturesTotal 85 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
AWS Backup for On-Demand Backups10 minutes
Securing Backups (and Restores)10 minutes
Export to S310 minutes
Exporting Table Data into S315 minutes
Limitations10 minutes
Importing from S3 in Action15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Data Protection and Recovery in DynamoDB and AWS10 minutes

In this section, we explore DynamoDB Streams and Kinesis Data Streams for event-driven processing, and DynamoDB TTL for automated data lifecycle management, emphasizing practical applications and cost efficiency.

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1 vidéo6 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Streams and TTL - Overview Video1 minute

6 lecturesTotal 90 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
The Flow of API Calls to Consume Stream Records20 minutes
Common DynamoDB Stream Consumers15 minutes
Downstream Message Processing15 minutes
When to Use KCL-Based Consumer Applications10 minutes
How It Works15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

DynamoDB Streams and TTL Fundamentals10 minutes

In this section, we explore DynamoDB global tables for multi-region data replication, conflict resolution, and managing distributed databases to ensure fault tolerance and business continuity.

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1 vidéo6 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Global Tables - Overview Video1 minute

6 lecturesTotal 85 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
Global Tables for Disaster Recovery15 minutes
Global Table Versions10 minutes
Converting a Single-Region Table into a Global Table15 minutes
Cost Considerations and Implications15 minutes
Conflict Resolution15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Global Tables in Distributed Systems10 minutes

In this section, we cover caching strategies for DynamoDB, focusing on DAX to reduce read latency and improve performance.

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1 vidéo5 lectures1 devoir

In this section, we explore OLAP patterns for DynamoDB analytics, emphasizing data integration, bulk processing, and real-world applications like business insights and machine learning.

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1 vidéo8 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Enhanced Analytical Patterns - Overview Video1 minute

8 lecturesTotal 105 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Need and Complexity of Analytics15 minutes
Full Table Scans15 minutes
Powering Business Dashboards and Periodic Reports15 minutes
Powering Data Warehousing10 minutes
Bulk Data Processing15 minutes
Distributed Map-Reduce Using SQS and AWS Lambda10 minutes
Rate-limiting Read and Write Throughput Consumption15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Data Systems and Analytical Patterns10 minutes

In this section, we explore identifying database migration triggers, implementing DynamoDB strategies, and evaluating scalability and cost for optimized application growth.

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1 vidéo8 lectures1 devoir

1 vidéoTotal 1 minute

Migrations - Overview Video1 minute

8 lecturesTotal 95 minutes

Introduction15 minutes
Other Technical Indicators15 minutes
Homogeneous and Heterogeneous Migrations10 minutes
High-level Migration Strategies10 minutes
Dual Writes for Ongoing Replication10 minutes
Heterogeneous Migration with Zero Downtime (Online Migration)10 minutes
Homogeneous Migration with Zero Downtime (Online Migration)10 minutes
Common Concerns Against Migrating to DynamoDB15 minutes

1 devoirTotal 10 minutes

Navigating Database Migration Challenges10 minutes

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Amazon DynamoDB in Action

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The AWS Management Console and SDKs

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NoSQL Workbench for DynamoDB

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Simple Key-Value

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Moving from a Relational Mindset

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Read Consistency, Operations, and Transactions

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Vertical Partitioning

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Secondary Indexes

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Capacity Modes and Table Classes

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Request Routers, Storage Nodes, and Other Core Components

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Backup, Restore, and More

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Streams and TTL

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Global Tables

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DynamoDB Accelerator (DAX) and Caching with DynamoDB

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Enhanced Analytical Patterns

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Migrations

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