A Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for managing and maintaining databases to ensure optimal performance, security, and availability. Their role involves tasks such as installing, configuring, and upgrading database software, monitoring system health and performance, optimizing database structures and queries for efficiency, implementing backup and recovery procedures, and enforcing data security policies. DBAs play a critical role in ensuring data integrity, reliability, and accessibility, supporting organizations in effectively leveraging data for decision-making and strategic initiatives. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and expertise in database technologies are essential for success in this role.
Lesson1: DB Administrator
Introducing the course of DataBase Administrator and fundamentals.
Introduction to the core principles and concepts of database management.
Overview of Structured Query Language (SQL) for database manipulation and querying.
Lesson2:
Principles and methodologies for designing and modeling database structures.
Exploration of various Database Management Systems (DBMS) and their features.
Strategies and procedures for backing up and restoring database systems.
Lesson3
Implementation of security measures to protect database systems and data.
Techniques for improving the performance and efficiency of database systems.
Strategies for ensuring continuous availability and data redundancy in database environments.
Lesson4
Processes for migrating data between different systems and performing Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) operations.
Practices for monitoring and maintaining the health and performance of database systems.
Strategies for archiving and managing historical data in database systems.
Lesson5
Processes for auditing database activity and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Introduction to cloud-based database services and non-relational (NoSQL) databases.
Utilization of scripting languages and automation tools for database administration tasks.
Project
Apply all the skills and knowledge acquired throughout the course to complete a capstone project