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We're here to help you find itThe "Provisioning SQL Databases" course is a comprehensive training program that aims to equip learners with the skills required to effectively set up, maintain, and manage SQL Server databases. It covers a variety of topics including SQL Server installation, upgrading, Database maintenance, Storage options, and Deployment strategies on both on-premises environments and Microsoft Azure cloud.
Throughout the course, participants will gain insights into the SQL Server Platform, learn about SQL Server Architecture, and understand how to configure SQL Server services. The course also delves into the nuances of installing SQL Server, Automating installation processes, and upgrading to SQL Server 2017.
Learners will explore Managing database storage, Ensuring database integrity, and performing Database maintenance. With a focus on modern Deployment strategies, the course also teaches how to plan and deploy SQL Server on Microsoft Azure, migrate databases to Azure SQL Database, and manage databases in the cloud, ensuring a thorough understanding of both traditional and cloud-based SQL Server environments.
By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation to effectively provision and manage SQL Server databases, enhancing their proficiency as database professionals in a variety of settings.
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To ensure you have the most enriching learning experience in the Provisioning SQL Databases course, we recommend that you possess the following prerequisites before enrolling:
These prerequisites are designed to ensure that you can fully engage with the course content and participate in the hands-on aspects of the training without any significant barriers to learning. If you are new to these concepts, we offer foundational courses that can help prepare you for the Provisioning SQL Databases course.
The Provisioning SQL Databases course is designed for IT professionals who manage and maintain SQL Server databases.
Database Administrators
System Engineers
IT Professionals with experience in SQL Server
SQL Server Support Staff
Professionals planning to deploy SQL Server on Azure
Data Professionals transitioning to Azure SQL databases
Technical Consultants involved in SQL Server migrations
IT Specialists interested in upgrading their SQL Server knowledge
System Architects designing database solutions
Cloud Administrators managing database storage in the cloud
DevOps Engineers automating SQL Server installations and maintenance
IT Managers overseeing database operations and migrations
This course equips participants with the skills to provision SQL databases, both on-premises and in the cloud, ensuring efficient database management and maintenance.
Database maintenance involves a series of practices aimed at keeping a database running efficiently. Tasks include data backup to prevent loss, updating data to keep it current, and optimizing database performance by reorganizing or restructuring data storage formats. Regular maintenance helps prevent system outages or slowdowns, ensuring smooth and effective database operation. This upkeep is crucial for large systems, such as those managing SQL databases, to ensure they serve their purpose without interruptions or data integrity issues.
Storage options refer to the various methods and technologies used to save, manage, and secure data. Key types include local storage, where data is kept directly on a device like a computer or phone; network storage, using dedicated hardware accessible by multiple users over a network; and cloud storage, which hosts data on remote servers accessed via the internet. Each type provides different levels of accessibility, security, and scalability. Organizations choose based on data size, budget, and specific needs like disaster recovery or legal compliance. Innovations in areas like solid-state drives and encryption improve speed and security across all options.
Deployment strategies are approaches used to deliver software updates to production environments. These strategies manage how and when new or updated versions of software are released to ensure stability and minimize downtime. Common strategies include:
1. **Blue-green deployments**: Two identical environments are maintained. The new version is deployed to the inactive environment. If it functions correctly, traffic is redirected to it.
2. **Canary deployments**: The update is gradually rolled out to a small group of users before a full deployment, allowing for testing in the real-world environment.
3. **Rolling updates**: The software is updated incrementally across several phases, limiting the impact of any potential issues.
Automating installation processes involves using software tools to streamline the setup of other software or systems, reducing manual input and errors. This typically involves scripting or programming which automatically handles tasks such as configuring settings, installing applications, and deploying databases, making the entire process faster and more consistent. This approach is particularly beneficial in large-scale environments, where consistent and repeatable setups are crucial. By automating these tasks, organizations can save time, reduce labor costs, and increase the reliability of deployments.
Managing database storage involves overseeing how data is stored, accessed, and optimized within a database. This task includes allocating disk space to ensure data can be stored efficiently and is readily accessible when needed. Effective management also includes implementing procedures to safeguard data integrity and reduce the risk of data loss. Techniques such as partitioning, indexing, and regular backups are used to enhance performance and ensure data recovery in case of a system failure. These practices help in maintaining the database's speed and reliability, crucial for supporting the ongoing operations and analytics within an organization.
Ensuring database integrity involves maintaining the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of data throughout its lifecycle. This is done through sets of rules known as integrity constraints, which include entity integrity (ensuring each row is unique and identifiable), referential integrity (managing how keys relate and ensuring relationships between tables remain intact), and domain integrity (enforcing valid entries for a given column by restricting the type, format, or range of data). These protocols help prevent data corruption, unauthorized access or data loss, and ensure that the information in the database is correct and reliable.
Modern deployment strategies in technology refer to innovative methods used to deliver and update software applications efficiently and reliably. These strategies include continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD), which automate the application development and deployment process, ensuring that new code changes are tested and released quickly. Techniques like blue-green deployments, canary releases, and feature toggling allow teams to roll out features gradually, reduce risks, and ensure stability. These methods support rapid iteration, minimize downtime, and enhance overall user experience by allowing safer and more controlled application updates.
The Provisioning SQL Databases course is designed for IT professionals who manage and maintain SQL Server databases.
Database Administrators
System Engineers
IT Professionals with experience in SQL Server
SQL Server Support Staff
Professionals planning to deploy SQL Server on Azure
Data Professionals transitioning to Azure SQL databases
Technical Consultants involved in SQL Server migrations
IT Specialists interested in upgrading their SQL Server knowledge
System Architects designing database solutions
Cloud Administrators managing database storage in the cloud
DevOps Engineers automating SQL Server installations and maintenance
IT Managers overseeing database operations and migrations
This course equips participants with the skills to provision SQL databases, both on-premises and in the cloud, ensuring efficient database management and maintenance.
