AWS Database Management and Migration Guide

Selecting the right database and migrating legacy data to the cloud are some of the most critical decisions a cloud professional can make. This text-only course guides you through the core database services and migration strategies available within the AWS ecosystem. You will transition from understanding basic database concepts to designing highly available, scalable cloud data architectures. You will learn how to evaluate different database types and execute secure, minimal-downtime migrations. What you'll learn: Understand the core differences between AWS relational (RDS, Aurora) and non-relational (DynamoDB) databases; Configure serverless database options to optimize performance and reduce operational overhead; Plan and execute database migrations using AWS Database Migration Service (DMS) and Schema Conversion Tool (SCT); Implement security best practices, including encryption at rest and in transit for cloud databases; Apply modern design patterns, such as zero-ETL integration, to streamline data workflows. The course starts with foundational cloud database concepts and terminology before moving into step-by-step written explanations of migration methodologies and architectural best practices. Designed for beginner cloud enthusiasts, aspiring database administrators, and solutions architects looking to build a strong foundation in cloud data migration, this course requires no prior AWS database experience. Start reading today to build and migrate modern database workloads on AWS.