Professional Azure SQL Database Administration

Azure SQL Database: Master Cloud SQL Administration & Optimization

Unlock the power of Azure SQL Database, Microsoft's robust cloud-based relational database service, a compelling alternative to traditional SQL Server. This course provides comprehensive training on the essential management, maintenance, and administration skills needed to maximize the benefits of this powerful platform.

What You'll Learn:

• Azure SQL Database Architecture & Service Tiers: Gain a deep understanding of the underlying architecture and how to choose the optimal service tier for your workload.
• Migration Strategies: Learn best practices for migrating applications from on-premises SQL Server to Azure SQL Database, guided by a real-world DBA scenario.
• Backup & Restoration: Implement effective backup and restoration strategies to ensure data durability and business continuity.
• Pricing Models: Understand the various Azure SQL Database pricing options and optimize costs.
• Security Best Practices: Implement robust security measures to protect your data in the cloud.
• Scalability & Performance Optimization: Learn how to scale your Azure SQL Database to meet growing demands and optimize performance for peak efficiency.
• High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Design and implement high availability and disaster recovery solutions to minimize downtime.
• Monitoring & Performance Tuning: Utilize monitoring tools and techniques to proactively identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is ideal for developers and DBAs looking to:

• Develop new applications leveraging Azure SQL Database.
• Migrate existing applications to the cloud.
• Enhance their skills in cloud database administration.

Meet the Instructors:

• Gethyn Ellis: A Microsoft certified trainer with over 18 years of experience with SQL Server, including 10 years specializing in Microsoft Azure. He's a seasoned trainer and consultant, and has authored books on SQL Server and Azure.
• Ahmad Osama: An independent consultant and Microsoft Data Platform rMVP with extensive experience (9+ years) in SQL Server and related technologies. He's a frequent speaker and content developer, having mentored over 1000 IT professionals and authored numerous blogs on Azure SQL Database, SQL Server Administration, and Azure Data Factory. Currently a Database Engineer at Pitney Bowes Pvt. Ltd.