Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering PostgreSQL Administration

This course covers on Azure & AWS & On-premise

What you'll learn
- Understand the architecture, features, and versions of PostgreSQL and how it compares with SQL Server.
- Deploy, configure, and manage PostgreSQL on Azure Flexible Server and AWS RDS environments
- Implement backup, restore, high availability (HA/DR), and replication (physical & logical) strategies on cloud PostgreSQL.
- Secure PostgreSQL databases using roles, authentication methods, and encryption best practices.

Requirements
- Basic knowledge on any Database Management System

Description
This course is designed for DBAs, Developers, and Cloud Engineers who want tomaster PostgreSQL on Cloud platforms (Azure & AWS)— from fundamentals to high availability, automation, performance tuning, and cost optimization.

You’ll learn using100% practical demoswith real cloud environments.If you’re a DBA with 10+ years’ experience, you already have strong fundamentals.

But today’s market demands cloud expertise — especially in Azure & AWS PostgreSQL.

Many senior DBAs struggle to get calls because hiring managers want cloud + open-source + cost-optimized database experience.

This training will bridge that gap by giving you:

Hands-on working experience with PostgreSQL on Azure & AWS

Cloud-native DBA skills that companies are actively hiring for

Interview-focused knowledge to confidently answer scenario-based questions

It’s 100% cloud-based (no on-premise setup needed) → easy to follow, practice, and showcase on your resume.COURSE STRUCTURE

SECTION 1: Introduction & Fundamentals

Course Introduction

SQL Server vs PostgreSQL — Key Differences

PostgreSQL Architecture Overview

Versions in PostgreSQL (Major vs Minor)

Understanding Workload Types (Development, Production)

Tools Overview — pgAdmin, psql, DBeaver

SECTION 2: PostgreSQL Deployment Options on Cloud

What is IaaS (VM-based PostgreSQL)

Azure PostgreSQL Flexible Server

AWS RDS for PostgreSQL

Azure PostgreSQL vs AWS PostgreSQL — Feature Comparison

Compute + Storage Concepts

Burstable, General Purpose, and Memory Optimized Tiers

Customizing IOPS and Auto-scaling Storage

SECTION 3: Authentication & Security

Authentication Methods (Password, Azure AD, IAM, SSL)

Roles, Users, and Permissions

Access Control & Role Management

Security Best Practices for Cloud PostgreSQL

SECTION 4: Backup, Restore & Recovery

Point-in-Time Restore (PITR)

Long-term & On-demand Backups

Azure Vault for Long-term Backups (10 Years)

On-premise Backup Options — pg_dump & pg_basebackup

Restore Scenarios (Full / PITR / Cross-region)

SECTION 5: High Availability & Replication

High Availability Overview (No Zone, Same Zone, Other Zone)

Built-in HA/DR Options in Azure & AWS

Physical Replication — Setup & Monitoring

Logical Replication — Setup & Monitoring

Differences between Physical & Logical Replication

SECTION 6: Maintenance, Automation & Monitoring

Monitoring Blocking, Deadlocks, and Sessions

Server Logs — Error & Activity Logs

Server Parameters (Performance, Logging, Connections)

Automating Tasks (Stop/Start Server)

Cron Jobs on Linux & Cloud

pgAgent Jobs on Windows

Automation using Cloud Native Tools (Azure Automation, AWS Lambda)

SECTION 7: Performance & Cost Management

Partitioning Tables (Range, List, Hash)

Purging & Archiving (Detach Partitions)

Performance Tuning Basics

Cost Saving Options (Right-sizing, Storage tiers)

Cost Analysis & Monitoring Tools

Alerts and Server Health Monitoring

Cloud Pricing Calculator (Azure & AWS)

SECTION 8: Migration & Upgrades

Migration — On-premise to Cloud (Offline/Online)

Upgrades (Minor and Major) — Best Practices

Using DMS & pg_dump for Migration

Common Migration Pitfalls

SECTION 9: Support & Real-World Operations

Creating and Managing Support Requests

Virtual Endpoints (Connectivity in VNET)

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Logs & Auditing

SECTION 10: Career Building & Interview Prep

Resume Tips for Cloud DBA Roles

Mock Interviews (Azure & AWS PostgreSQL DBA)

Certification Guidance (Azure / AWS Database Certifications)

Final Tips & Learning Path to Become PostgreSQL Cloud Expert

Outcome:

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

Deploy, secure, and manage PostgreSQL onAzure & AWS

Performbackup, restore, PITR, replication

Automate DBA tasks and tune performance

Save costs and handle production workloads confidently

Prepare forPostgreSQL Cloud DBA interviewswith confidence

Who this course is for:
- Willingness and excitement to learn something new for skill enhancement on postgres dba on cloud
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