Postgresql Database And Administration Training Course

Introduction

Empower database professionals to master the intricacies of PostgreSQL with our comprehensive PostgreSQL Database and Administration Training Course. This program equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to design, implement, and manage robust, high-performance PostgreSQL databases. Mastering PostgreSQL database administration is increasingly vital for organizations seeking to leverage a powerful, open-source database solution for their critical data management needs. Our PostgreSQL database training course offers in-depth guidance and practical strategies for database design, optimization, and maintenance.

This PostgreSQL Database and Administration training course delves into key areas such as database design, SQL optimization, performance tuning, security, backup and recovery, replication, and advanced administration techniques. You will gain expertise in writing complex queries, managing database security, and ensuring high availability. Whether you are a database administrator, developer, or data analyst, this PostgreSQL Database and Administration course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to confidently deploy and manage PostgreSQL in any environment.

Target Audience:

• Database Administrators
• PostgreSQL Developers
• System Administrators
• Data Architects
• Database Developers
• Data Analysts
• IT Professionals

Course Objectives:

• Understand PostgreSQL database architecture.
• Design and implement efficient databases.
• Write and optimize SQL queries.

• Manage database security and user roles.
• Perform database backup and recovery.
• Implement database replication for high availability.
• Tune database performance.
• Monitor database health and troubleshoot issues.
• Utilize advanced PostgreSQL
• Automate database administration
• Understand transaction management in PostgreSQL.
• Learn about PostgreSQL extensions.
• Explore PostgreSQL in cloud environments.

Duration

10 Days

Course content

Module 1: PostgreSQL Database Architecture

• Understanding PostgreSQL database architecture.
• Exploring PostgreSQL architecture.
• Understanding processes and memory management.
• Understanding storage structures.
• Understanding transaction processing.

Module 2: Database Design and Implementation

• Designing and implementing efficient databases.
• Understanding database design principles.
• Creating and managing databases and tables.
• Defining data types and constraints.
• Implementing normalization.

Module 3: SQL Querying and Optimization

• Writing and optimizing SQL queries.
• Writing complex SQL queries.
• Optimizing query performance.
• Using indexes effectively.
• Understanding query execution plans.

Module 4: Database Security and User Management

• Managing database security and user roles.
• Understanding authentication and authorization.
• Managing user roles and privileges.
• Implementing data encryption.
• Understanding security best practices.

Module 5: Backup and Recovery

• Performing database backup and recovery.
• Developing backup strategies.
• Performing online and offline backups.
• Implementing point-in-time recovery.
• Testing backup and recovery procedures.

Module 6: Replication and High Availability

• Implementing database replication for high availability.
• Understanding replication concepts.
• Configuring streaming replication.
• Setting up logical replication.
• Managing replication and failover.

Module 7: Performance Tuning

• Tuning database performance.
• Monitoring database performance.
• Identifying performance bottlenecks.
• Tuning server configuration.
• Optimizing storage and memory.

Module 8: Database Monitoring and Troubleshooting

• Monitoring database health and troubleshooting issues.
• Using monitoring tools.
• Analyzing log files.
• Troubleshooting common problems.
• Implementing proactive monitoring.

Module 9: Advanced PostgreSQL Features

• Utilizing advanced PostgreSQL features.
• Working with stored procedures and functions.
• Using triggers and event notifications.
• Implementing advanced indexing.
• Utilizing partitioning.

Module 10: Automation of Administration Tasks

• Automating database administration tasks.
• Writing and using scripts.
• Scheduling jobs with cron.
• Using configuration management tools.
• Automating routine maintenance.

Module 11: Transaction Management

• Understanding transaction management in PostgreSQL.
• Understanding ACID properties.
• Managing concurrent transactions.
• Using savepoints and transactions.
• Handling locking and deadlocks.

Module 12: PostgreSQL Extensions

• Learning about PostgreSQL extensions.
• Exploring available extensions.
• Installing and managing extensions.
• Developing custom extensions.
• Utilizing popular extensions.

Module 13: PostgreSQL in the Cloud

• Exploring PostgreSQL in cloud environments.
• Deploying PostgreSQL on cloud platforms.
• Managing cloud-based PostgreSQL.
• Understanding cloud-specific considerations.
• Utilizing managed database services.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 10 working days before commencement of the training.