DP-300 – Azure Database Administrator

Training Description: DP-300 – Azure Database Administrator

Course Overview: The DP-300: Azure Database Administrator training is designed for professionals who want to master database administration on Microsoft Azure. This course will help you understand how to deploy, manage, secure, and monitor Azure databases, including Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, and SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines. The objective is to equip you with the necessary skills to prepare for the DP-300 exam and obtain the Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification.

Training Objectives:

• Deploy databases on Azure and manage SQL database instances within Azure.
• Configure robust security solutions for databases in a cloud environment.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and database recovery in Azure.
• Manage backups, restore data, and implement data protection on Azure.
• Monitor and optimize Azure databases for maximum performance.
• Prepare participants for the DP-300 exam to earn the Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification.

Training Program:

Introduction to Azure Database Services

• Overview of Azure database services: Azure SQL Database, Azure Cosmos DB, SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Understanding the benefits and architecture of cloud-based database services on Azure.
• Comparison between on-premises and cloud-based database solutions.

Deploying and Managing Azure Databases

• Creating, configuring, and deploying Azure SQL database instances.
• Configuring databases on Azure Virtual Machines.
• Managing server settings, databases, and users.

Securing Databases on Azure

• Implementing best security practices for databases.
• Managing authentication and authorization using Azure Active Directory and SQL Authentication.
• Configuring firewalls, VNETs, and other security mechanisms to restrict unauthorized access.

High Availability and Database Recovery

• Configuring high availability for databases using solutions such as Always On Availability Groups, Azure SQL Database Hyperscale, and Geo-Replication.
• Implementing data recovery strategies and managing backups to ensure business continuity.

Monitoring and Performance Management of Databases

• Monitoring database performance using Azure Monitor and Azure SQL Analytics.
• Optimizing performance with tools such as Query Performance Insight and Automatic Tuning.
• Managing capacity and resources for optimal performance.

Implementing Backup and Restore Management

• Planning and managing backups on Azure using Azure Backup.
• Implementing restore strategies to ensure data integrity and disaster recovery.
• Managing backup retention and archives.

Compliance and Data Security Management

• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory data security requirements.
• Implementing Azure Security Center to manage security risks and access control.
• Monitoring vulnerabilities and security threats using built-in Azure tools.

Exam Preparation for DP-300

• Summary of key concepts covered in the course.
• Review of required skills to pass the DP-300 exam.
• Hands-on case studies and sample exam questions for effective preparation.

Training Duration: 5 days (40 hours), including theoretical sessions, practical demonstrations, and exercises.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of relational databases and database management concepts.
• Experience with SQL databases and cloud infrastructure management concepts (preferably Azure).

Target Audience:

• Database administrators, system engineers, and cloud architects.
• Professionals aiming to obtain the Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification.
• Anyone responsible for database management in an Azure environment.

Certification: This training prepares candidates for the DP-300 exam and the Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification.

Gain comprehensive expertise in managing Azure databases and become a certified Azure Database Administrator with this training!