Administering Relational Databases on Microsoft Azure Training Course

Introduction to Azure Database Services

• Overview of the Azure SQL ecosystem: SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL Server on VM
• Comprehending service tiers and associated pricing models
• Identifying use cases for cloud-hosted relational databases

Provisioning and Configuration

• Creating Azure SQL resources via the portal and deployment templates
• Setting up elastic pools and managed instances
• Managing firewall rules and network connectivity

Backup, Restore, and High Availability

• Exploring integrated backup and restore capabilities
• Activating geo-replication and failover groups
• Implementing high availability and disaster recovery strategies

Monitoring and Performance Tuning

• Leveraging Query Performance Insight and Extended Events
• Optimizing indexes and analyzing query execution plans
• Analyzing telemetry, alerts, and resource consumption

Security and Compliance

• Applying authentication methods (SQL and Azure AD)
• Overseeing encryption, auditing, and threat detection
• Securing data access and enforcing role-based security protocols

Automation and Maintenance

• Automating routine tasks through Azure Automation and Runbooks
• Scheduling jobs using the Elastic Jobs Agent
• Handling database updates, patching, and SLA considerations

Summary and Next Steps

• Reviewing key learnings and industry best practices
• Exploring certification pathways (e.g., DP-300)
• Identifying resources for continuous professional development