Administering Relational Databases on Microsoft Azure Training Course

Introduction to Azure Database Services

• Exploring the Azure SQL ecosystem: SQL Database, Managed Instance, and SQL Server on VM
• Clarifying service tiers and associated pricing structures
• Identifying key 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
• Administering firewall rules and network connectivity

Backup, Restore, and High Availability

• Mastering built-in backup and restore capabilities
• Activating geo-replication and configuring failover groups
• Deploying high availability and disaster recovery strategies

Monitoring and Performance Tuning

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

Security and Compliance

• Configuring authentication methods (SQL and Azure AD)
• Overseeing encryption, auditing, and threat detection mechanisms
• Protecting data access and enforcing role-based security policies

Automation and Maintenance

• Streamlining routine operations with Azure Automation and Runbooks
• Scheduling tasks using the Elastic Jobs Agent
• Handling database updates, patching, and SLA considerations

Summary and Next Steps

• Recap of key concepts and industry best practices
• Overview of certification paths (e.g., DP-300)
• Curated resources for continued professional development