Database Management: SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL

Information Technology and Digital Systems October 25, 2025
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Introduction

This comprehensive course provides in-depth knowledge of three major database management systems: SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL. Participants will learn database administration, performance tuning, security implementation, and backup strategies across these platforms. The program covers both fundamental concepts and advanced features, enabling professionals to manage heterogeneous database environments effectively. Through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios, attendees will develop the skills to optimize database performance, ensure data integrity, and support business applications across multiple database platforms.

Objectives

Key learning objectives for this course include:

  • Master core database administration concepts across multiple platforms
  • Implement and configure SQL Server, Oracle, and MySQL databases
  • Develop comprehensive backup and recovery strategies
  • Optimize database performance through tuning and indexing
  • Implement robust security measures and access controls
  • Manage database high availability and disaster recovery
  • Automate routine database administration tasks
  • Troubleshoot common database issues and errors
  • Design effective database monitoring and maintenance plans

Target Audience

  • Database Administrators
  • Database Developers
  • Systems Administrators
  • IT Support Engineers
  • Application Developers
  • Data Analysts
  • IT Managers overseeing database teams
  • Technical Consultants

Methodology

  • Hands-on database configuration exercises
  • Performance tuning workshops
  • Case studies of database issues and solutions
  • Backup and recovery simulations
  • Security implementation scenarios
  • Cross-platform comparison discussions
  • Individual lab exercises

Personal Impact

  • Enhanced technical skills across multiple database platforms
  • Improved problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
  • Stronger performance optimization skills
  • Increased confidence in database administration
  • Better understanding of database security principles
  • Professional growth in database management career

Organizational Impact

  • Improved database performance and reliability
  • Enhanced data security and compliance
  • Reduced downtime and better availability
  • Optimized database licensing costs
  • Better support for business applications
  • Stronger disaster recovery capabilities

Course Outline

Database Fundamentals

Core Concepts
  • Relational database concepts and architecture
  • Database installation and configuration
  • Storage structures and management
  • Database instance and schema management
Cross-Platform Administration
  • Comparative analysis of database platforms
  • Common administration tasks across platforms
  • Tooling and management interfaces
  • Database documentation standards

SQL Server Administration

SQL Server Configuration
  • SQL Server installation and setup
  • Instance configuration and optimization
  • Database creation and management
  • SQL Server Agent and job scheduling
Performance & Security
  • Indexing strategies and query optimization
  • SQL Server security model implementation
  • Always On availability groups
  • Backup and restore operations

Oracle Database Administration

Oracle Architecture
  • Oracle database architecture overview
  • Instance and database creation
  • Tablespace and storage management
  • Oracle Net Services configuration
Advanced Features
  • Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN)
  • Data Guard for high availability
  • Performance tuning with AWR and ADDM
  • Oracle Enterprise Manager usage

MySQL Administration

MySQL Configuration
  • MySQL installation and configuration
  • Storage engines comparison and selection
  • User management and security
  • Replication setup and management
Performance Optimization
  • MySQL performance schema usage
  • Query optimization techniques
  • Backup strategies with mysqldump
  • High availability with MySQL Cluster

Performance Tuning

Cross-Platform Tuning
  • Common performance bottlenecks
  • Indexing strategies across platforms
  • Query optimization techniques
  • Memory and storage optimization
Monitoring & Diagnostics
  • Performance monitoring tools
  • Wait statistics and bottleneck analysis
  • Capacity planning and forecasting
  • Alerting and notification setup

High Availability & Disaster Recovery

Availability Strategies
  • High availability concepts and approaches
  • Clustering and replication technologies
  • Load balancing and failover mechanisms
  • Disaster recovery planning
Backup Solutions
  • Backup strategy development
  • Point-in-time recovery techniques
  • Backup validation and testing
  • Cloud backup integration

Security & Compliance

Security Implementation
  • Database security best practices
  • Encryption implementation
  • Auditing and compliance reporting
  • Vulnerability assessment
Automation & Scripting
  • Automation of routine tasks
  • PowerShell and scripting for DBAs
  • Scheduled maintenance jobs
  • Database as code approaches

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