Cloud MySQL Database Administration with AWS RDS

Build the skills to manage, scale, and secure MySQL databases in the cloud using AWS RDS and modern database administration practices.

4.6 (274) ⏱ 1h 30m 📚 10 lessons 🎧 Audio version

About this course

As businesses shift their infrastructure to the cloud, the role of the database administrator has evolved. Understanding how to manage MySQL within a managed environment like AWS RDS is now a critical skill for anyone looking to maintain reliable and scalable data systems. This course provides a comprehensive guide to modern cloud database management. You will transition from foundational database concepts to professional cloud administration. Through detailed written modules, you will learn how to handle high availability, automated backups, and complex migrations while ensuring your databases remain performant and secure in a production environment. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamentals of MySQL architecture and cloud database environments. - Configure AWS RDS instances, including Multi-AZ deployments for high availability. - Implement robust backup and recovery strategies using S3 and automated snapshots. - Optimize performance through enhanced monitoring, RDS Proxy, and modern observability tools. - Manage database migrations and upgrades using Blue/Green deployments and Data Migration Services. - Practice secure connectivity using VPCs, security groups, and the AWS Command Line Interface. The course begins with core MySQL terminology and installation basics before transitioning into the AWS ecosystem. You will progress through written explanations of replication, scaling, and the specific tools used to manage enterprise-grade databases in the cloud. This course is designed for beginners interested in database administration and cloud computing. While a basic understanding of data concepts is helpful, no prior experience with cloud platforms is required to start. Begin your path toward becoming a proficient cloud database administrator today.

What you'll get

  • 📜 Certificate of completion
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  • 💬 Personal AI tutor
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  • 🎧 Audio version included
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  • 📱 Phone or computer
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  • 💸 30-day refund
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  • Short & focused
    1h 30m of practical content

Reviews (7)

Elizabeth Guzmán MX
★ 4 · 2026-04-06T04:13:56+00:00

Pretty informative. I liked the practical application examples, though the initial setup took longer than I expected.

Arturo Rivas PE Verified learner
★ 4 · 2026-01-12T17:53:56+00:00

Solid content and presented clearly. I appreciated the real-world applications shown. Could have used a few more practice opportunities.

Uchechukwu Okeke NG
★ 4 · 2025-10-01T05:32:56+00:00

Solid course. The structure made sense, and it covered the essentials. Wish there were a few more complex examples, but it's a good start.

نورة أحمد الصالح BH Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-02-26T02:09:56+00:00

It was a pretty good course overall. Some parts moved a little fast for me, but the examples were generally helpful. Worth the time investment.

Раушан Сейлова KZ
★ 4 · 2025-01-12T08:48:56+00:00

This course delivered exactly what I needed. The explanations were clear and concise. Big thumbs up!

Rivka Mizrahi IL Verified learner
★ 3 · 2025-01-06T16:33:56+00:00

Thoroughly enjoyed this course. The way the information was presented was excellent, and the practical applications were highlighted effectively. Great job!

ميثاء أحمد AE
★ 5 · 2024-12-20T17:44:56+00:00

Loved the practical application examples. Exactly the kind of hands-on learning I was looking for.

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