Course Description
Course Overview
The AWS Certified Database – Specialty course is designed to provide individuals with advanced knowledge and skills in designing, deploying, and managing databases on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) platform. This course focuses on various database services offered by AWS, including relational databases, NoSQL databases, and data migration and replication. Participants will learn how to design highly available and scalable database solutions, optimize database performance, and ensure data security and compliance.
Prerequisites
To enroll in the AWS Certified Database – Specialty course, participants should have:
- Experience in designing and implementing database solutions on the AWS platform
- A strong understanding of foundational AWS services, including EC2, S3, and IAM
- Proficiency in database concepts, SQL, and data modeling
- Familiarity with database performance optimization techniques
- Prior experience with database administration and troubleshooting
Methodology
The course follows a blended learning approach, combining instructor-led training, interactive discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on labs. Participants will engage in lectures, real-world scenarios, and interactive activities to understand database concepts and best practices on AWS. They will also work on hands-on labs and exercises to gain practical experience in designing, deploying, and managing databases using AWS services.
Course Outline
Database Fundamentals on AWS
Understanding different types of databases, including relational databases and NoSQL databases
Examining AWS database services, such as Amazon RDS, Amazon DynamoDB, and Amazon Redshift
Comparing database options and selecting the appropriate database service for specific use cases
Database Design and Architecture
Designing database architectures for scalability, high availability, and fault tolerance
Implementing database replication and sharding techniques
Optimizing database schemas and queries for performance
Data Security and Compliance
Implementing data security measures, including encryption, access controls, and auditing
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, such as GDPR and HIPAA
Implementing backup and recovery strategies to protect data
Database Performance and Optimization
Monitoring database performance using AWS tools and services
Optimizing database performance through indexing, query tuning, and caching
Implementing database scaling techniques to handle increased workloads
Database Migration and Replication
Planning and executing database migration projects using AWS Database Migration Service
Implementing database replication for high availability and disaster recovery
Performing database schema conversion and data synchronization
Course Outcome
Upon completion of the AWS Certified Database – Specialty course, participants will:
- Have advanced knowledge and skills in designing, deploying, and managing databases on the AWS platform
- Be prepared to pass the AWS Certified Database – Specialty exam
- Possess the ability to design highly available and scalable database solutions using AWS services
- Understand database security best practices and compliance requirements on AWS
- Be proficient in optimizing database performance and troubleshooting database issues
- Have practical experience in database migration and replication using AWS services
Labs
The course includes hands-on labs and exercises that provide participants with practical experience in designing, deploying, and managing databases on the AWS platform. Participants will have access to AWS resources and tools to complete the labs, allowing them to practice configuring database instances, optimizing database performance, implementing data security measures, performing database migrations and replications, and troubleshooting database issues. The labs are designed to reinforce the concepts covered in the course and enhance participants’ practical skills in AWS database services.
