PostgreSQL Database Administration Basics to Pro Training Course
This course takes you from the foundations of PostgreSQL to advanced administration. You will learn installation, configuration, database design, security, automation, performance tuning, replication and high availability. By the end, you will be confident managing PostgreSQL in production environments and solving real database challenges.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students will:
- Understand PostgreSQL architecture and core components
- Install and configure PostgreSQL on Windows and Linux
- Create and manage databases, tables, and other objects
- Use SQL commands and tools for administrative tasks
- Implement user roles, permissions, and security controls
- Backup and restore databases with different methods
- Monitor database health and tune performance
- Set up replication for high availability
- Troubleshoot common database and server issues
- Deploy PostgreSQL in cloud or container environments
Course Content:
Module 1: Introduction to PostgreSQL
- What is PostgreSQL
- Features and benefits
- PostgreSQL architecture overview
- PostgreSQL vs. other RDBMS systems
Module 2: Installation and Configuration
- Installing PostgreSQL on Windows and Linux
- Setting up the environment
- Understanding PostgreSQL services
- Basic configuration parameters
Module 3: Database Administration Basics
- Creating and managing databases
- Understanding schemas, tables, and data types
- Using PostgreSQL command-line tools (psql)
- Managing extensions and modules
Module 4: User Management and Security
- Roles and privileges
- Access control and authentication
- Security best practices
- Auditing and password policies
Module 5: Backup and Recovery
- Logical vs. physical backups
- Using pg dump and pg restore
- Streaming backup basics
- Disaster recovery strategies
Module 6: Performance Tuning and Optimization
- Indexing and query performance
- Monitoring tools and logs
- Vacuum and analyze operations
- Improving overall server efficiency
Module 7: High Availability and Replication
- Replication types in PostgreSQL
- Setting up streaming replication
- Failover management
- Introduction to PgPool and Patroni
Module 8: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Diagnosing common database issues
- Monitoring resource usage
- Patch updates and maintenance planning
Module 9: Practical Projects
- Configure a full PostgreSQL server environment
- Backup and restore a production database sample
- Implement basic replication
Learning Outcomes:
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Manage PostgreSQL databases confidently in production
- Write and optimize SQL queries using indexing and planning tools
- Secure data with proper authentication, access control and auditing
- Perform reliable backups and restore operations
- Configure streaming replication and basic failover
- Monitor server performance and resolve slow query issues
- Automate routine administration tasks
- Work with PostgreSQL on cloud and container platforms
- Present a complete PostgreSQL project in a job interview
Course Prerequisites:
- Basic IT knowledge
- Understanding of operating systems (Windows or Linux)
- SQL fundamentals are helpful but not required
International Student Fee: 500 USD
Flexible Class Options
- Corporate Group Training | Fast-Track
- Weekend Classes For Professionals SAT | SUN
- Online Classes-Live Virtual Class( L.V.C) Online Training
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