Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction and Core Setup

Module 1: Introduction to AlloyDB

  • What is AlloyDB?

  • Key Features and Use Cases

  • Comparison with Other Databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, Google Cloud SQL)

Module 2: Setting Up AlloyDB

  • Prerequisites and Requirements

  • Creating an AlloyDB Instance

  • Configuration Options and Best Practices

  • Connecting to AlloyDB from Various Environments

Module 3: Database Administration Essentials

  • Instance Types and High Availability

  • Backup and Restore Strategies

  • Monitoring and Performance Management

Hands-on Lab: Initial Setup

  • Provision a new AlloyDB instance

  • Configure basic settings and connectivity

  • Set up monitoring and alerts


Day 2: Data Management and Security

Module 4: Working with Data in AlloyDB

  • Creating and Managing Databases and Tables

  • Importing and Exporting Data

  • Running Queries and Using Tools like pgAdmin

  • Performance Tuning and Indexing Strategies

Module 5: Security and Compliance

  • Security Best Practices in AlloyDB

  • Managing Roles and Permissions

  • Encryption and Data Protection

  • Auditing and Compliance Features

Module 6: High Availability and Disaster Recovery

  • Replication Setup and Management

  • Failover and Read Replicas

  • Designing for Disaster Recovery

  • Testing High Availability Configurations

Hands-on Lab: Data Operations and Security

  • Create and manage databases and tables

  • Implement security measures and test permissions

  • Configure replication and test failover scenarios


Day 3: Advanced Features, Integration, and Optimization

Module 7: Integrating AlloyDB with Applications

  • Connecting AlloyDB with Google Cloud Services

  • Integrating with Data Analytics Tools

  • Using APIs and Automation

  • ETL and Data Migration Best Practices

Module 8: Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting

  • Analyzing Query Performance

  • Identifying and Resolving Bottlenecks

  • Using Performance Insights

  • Common Troubleshooting Techniques

Hands-on Lab: Building a Real-World Scenario

  • Design a high-availability setup

  • Build a sample application integration

  • Simulate performance issues and optimize queries

  • Test disaster recovery scenarios


Wrap-Up and Q&A

  • Key Takeaways and Best Practices

  • Additional Resources and Next Steps

  • Open Q&A Session

Requirements

  • Basic knowledge of relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL)

  • Familiarity with cloud concepts, particularly GCP

  • Some experience with database administration or development

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