This course offers a comprehensive journey through the world of databases and their management on the AWS cloud platform. From understanding the core concepts of databases to mastering advanced topics like migration, automation, and security, participants will gain a solid foundation in database design, deployment, and management using AWS services. Key modules cover database fundamentals, AWS database services, cost considerations, automation with CloudFormation, migration strategies, monitoring with CloudWatch, disaster recovery solutions, and advanced security practices. By the end, learners will be equipped with the skills to design, deploy, and manage databases securely and efficiently in AWS environments.
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Learn the concepts of ACID and BASE workloads, distinguish between different types of databases, and analyze relational database
Learn Amazon Aurora's architecture, serverless capabilities, parallel query, and multi-master databases
Learn the features and benefits of Amazon Keyspaces as a fully managed, scalable, and highly available Apache Cassandra-compatible database service.
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There are 8 modules in this course
In this module we are going to study the fundamentals of Databases. We will understand the basic significance of the databases.
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11 videos1 reading6 assignments1 discussion prompt
These modules provide an overview of the capabilities and functionalities of each AWS database service like RDS, Aurora and DynamoDB, focusing on their managed nature, performance benefits, and suitability for various application scenarios. These services cater to different database requirements, offering managed solutions for relational and NoSQL databases, allowing users to select the best fit for their specific application needs based on scalability, performance, and ease of use.
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37 videos7 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module provides an in-depth exploration of four key Amazon Web Services (AWS) database services: Amazon Redshift, Amazon ElastiCache, Amazon DocumentDB, and Amazon Neptune Service. Each service offers unique capabilities tailored for specific data storage and processing requirements, catering to diverse use cases and workloads.
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27 videos7 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module provides an in-depth analysis and comparison of the cost structures, pricing models, and value propositions associated with various Amazon Web Services (AWS) database services. It focuses on understanding the pricing components and considerations when choosing between different database services offered by AWS, along with a detailed exploration of specific offerings like Amazon Quantum Ledger Database (Amazon QLDB), Amazon Timestream Service, and Amazon Keyspaces.
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12 videos4 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module offers a comprehensive understanding of AWS CloudFormation, a service that allows the automated provisioning and management of AWS resources. Participants will explore CloudFormation's capabilities, its integration with relational databases such as Amazon RDS and Amazon Aurora, and its synergy with AWS Secrets Manager for managing sensitive information.
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10 videos3 readings5 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module provides a comprehensive understanding of database migration strategies, tools, and techniques essential for moving databases to AWS cloud infrastructure. Participants will explore the concepts, methodologies, and AWS services involved in seamless and efficient database migration, focusing on AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) and AWS Schema Conversion Tool (SCT).
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12 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module provides an in-depth understanding of key AWS services and strategies essential for monitoring, optimizing performance, leveraging serverless computing within databases, and implementing disaster recovery mechanisms in AWS environments.
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12 videos4 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module offers a comprehensive understanding of data encryption practices, the AWS Key Management Service (KMS), and networking fundamentals within AWS using Virtual Private Cloud (VPC). Participants will explore encryption methods, the role of KMS in managing encryption keys, and fundamental networking concepts within the VPC environment.
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7 videos3 readings4 assignments1 discussion prompt
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