RDS Introduction 2 hours
Familiarise yourself with AWS RDS and get hands on with some of the database types available. Learn the hows and the whys of RDS and gain an overview of what it takes to monitor and manage an instance despite AWS doing the “Heavy Lifting”.

Chapter 1 : A Basic overview of RDS
Why use AWS for your database services? What are the advantages of doing so and what are the potential pitfalls?
30min.
Chapter 2 : Explore AWS RDS Services
Learn which database services are provided and what separates each of them. Learn to evaluate which database system on its merits so you may choose one for your own particular use case.
30min.
Chapter 3 : Create and connect to your own database
Use the AWS Dashboard to create and destroy your own database instance. Learn about various aspects of the database instance which may influence your decisions on configuration. Understand how you might explain this from a professional standpoint.
30min.
Chapter 4 : Exploration of options for backup and recovery
No one wants to lose work, whether it be something you are creating for a University assignment or just for mundane housekeeping. In the corporate world your data can be the very lifeblood of your company. We go quickly through backup and recovery options for RDS.
30min.
Jordan Reynolds
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