Deploying and Managing Azure SQL Database and SQL Server on VMs

Learn to deploy, administrate, and migrate databases using Azure SQL Database and SQL Server on virtual machines with step-by-step written explanations.

4.2 (250) ⏱ 1h 9m 📚 8 lessons 🎧 Audio version

About this course

Transitioning database administration to the cloud can feel overwhelming with multiple deployment options available. Understanding when and how to use Azure SQL Database versus hosting SQL Server on a virtual machine is essential for modern cloud administrators. This comprehensive written guide teaches you how to confidently provision, manage, and secure database workloads in the cloud. You will gain a clear framework for selecting the right architecture, executing migrations from traditional on-premises environments, and implementing modern cloud practices. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental differences between Azure SQL Database (PaaS) and SQL Server on Azure VMs (IaaS). - Provision, configure, and delete cloud database instances safely. - Migrate legacy on-premises databases to modern cloud-hosted environments. - Implement essential administration tasks, including backup, recovery, and scaling strategies. - Apply modern security practices using cloud identity management and secure access controls. - Optimize resource allocation to manage database performance and cloud costs effectively. The course begins with core cloud database concepts and structural definitions before guiding you through step-by-step administration workflows and migration methodologies. Through clear explanations and practical written scenarios, you will build a solid foundation in cloud database management. This course is designed for beginner database administrators, system administrators, and IT professionals looking to transition their SQL skills to the cloud. No prior cloud database experience is required. Start your journey into cloud database administration today.

What you'll get

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  • 🎧 Audio version included
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  • Short & focused
    1h 9m of practical content

Reviews (9)

Nojus Mikalauskas LT
★ 4 · 2026-03-19T05:13:56+00:00

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

علي بن أحمد بن محمد آل ثاني QA Verified learner
★ 4 · 2026-02-25T03:43:56+00:00

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

Regina Castillo MX Verified learner
★ 2 · 2026-01-09T12:18:56+00:00

The course was informative. I appreciated the structure and the examples, though some topics felt a little rushed. Overall, a decent experience.

هيثم بن يوسف TN
★ 4 · 2025-11-12T07:46:56+00:00

This was a great learning experience. I picked up so many useful skills that I can apply immediately. The content delivery was top-notch.

مريم بنت خالد TN Verified learner
★ 3 · 2025-08-02T23:13:56+00:00

Loved the practical examples! They really brought the concepts to life. The course was well-organized and easy to navigate.

Thida Hlaing MM
★ 4 · 2025-05-15T08:20:56+00:00

Helpful material. The structure was logical for the most part. Might not be for absolute beginners though.

Ravi Kumar LK Verified learner
★ 4 · 2025-05-07T21:59:56+00:00

Pretty informative. The course covered the basics well, but some advanced topics felt a little glossed over. Good for getting started.

Elijah Brown US Verified learner
★ 3 · 2025-04-17T22:06:56+00:00

Found this course to be quite beneficial. The way topics were introduced was effective. Just a minor point, some examples felt a bit dated.

João Pereira PT
★ 4 · 2025-02-08T15:12:56+00:00

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

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