AWS Certified Database

Course description

This course enables participants to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to design, implement, migrate, manage, and operate databases on AWS, with a deep understanding of the various AWS database services.

Course objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the different AWS database types: RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, Redshift, ElastiCache.
• Design secure, scalable, and high-performance database architectures.
• Plan and execute migrations from on-premises databases to AWS.
• Operate and maintain AWS databases while optimizing costs and monitoring performance.
• Analyze and optimize AWS database performance to meet application needs.

Who is this course for?

This course is intended for a broad audience, including:

• Database administrators (DBAs) responsible for managing and maintaining databases on AWS.
• Cloud solution architects involved in designing secure and scalable architectures.
• Database migration engineers specializing in migrating on-premises databases to AWS.
• Application developers working with cloud databases to optimize applications.
• IT managers and cloud consultants wishing to master AWS database services.
• Data management professionals looking to validate their expertise in cloud databases.

Prerequisites

No specific prerequisites are required.

Course curriculum

Introduction to AWS Databases and Architecture Design

• Overview of AWS database services: RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, Redshift, ElastiCache. Hands-on lab: Create an RDS database and a DynamoDB instance.

Database Migration and Performance Management

• Migrate on-premises databases to AWS with AWS DMS and AWS SCT. Hands-on lab: Migrate a local MySQL database to RDS with DMS.
• Optimize AWS database performance. Hands-on lab: Use Performance Insights to analyze the performance of an RDS database.

Security, Operations, and Exam Preparation

• Secure databases with IAM and KMS. Hands-on lab: Configure security policies and data encryption in RDS.
• Database operations and preparation for the AWS Certified Database – Specialty exam. Review and mock exam to assess acquired knowledge.

Course benefits

• Pedagogical approach: alternating theory and practice for better concept retention.
• Qualified instructors: specialized trainers with hands-on cloud experience.
• Tools and learning resources: access to online resources, live demos, and real case studies.
• Accessibility: training open to all, with no advanced technical prerequisites.

Teaching methods and tools used

• Live demonstrations: interaction with AWS Cloud services.
• Hands-on labs and real case studies: applying concepts across sectors (industry, retail, healthcare).
• Experience sharing: best practices and common pitfalls in organizations.
• Simulations and tools: use of simulators and cloud platforms for interactive workshops.

Assessment

Assessment is carried out in different ways:

• End-of-course multiple-choice quiz to test understanding of the topics covered.
• Practical case studies or group discussions to apply acquired knowledge.
• Ongoing assessment during practical sessions.

Standards and references

• AWS Well-Architected Framework.
• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
• CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act).
• HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act).
• ISO 27001, SOC 2 (Service Organization Control).
• PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard).
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework.