AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals from Pluralsight

AWS DynamoDB is the leading fully managed, NoSQL database service in the world. This course will teach you basic and advanced features of DynamoDB, and interacting with AWS DynamoDB tables using AWS console, AWS command line tools, and Python.

AWS DynamoDB service can in some cases replace standard relational databases, and therefore vastly reduce operational costs and management overhead that often comes with relational databases. In this course, AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals, you will gain the ability to manage and interact with the DynamoDB service. First, you will learn the basics by creating a simple DynamoDB table. Next, you will discover advanced features such as autoscaling, global tables, and table backups. Finally, you will explore how to interact with the table using the AWS Console, AWS command line tools, and Python. When you are finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge of DynamoDB basic and advanced features, needed to architect, manage, and interact with complex DynamoDB tables.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Creating Simple DynamoDB Tables

Creating Elaborate DynamoDB Tables

Backing up and Recovering DynamoDB Tables

Monitoring DynamoDB Tables with CloudWatch

Handling DynamoDB Objects

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Strengthens a foundation in NoSQL databases for intermediate learners

Explores a core component of modern cloud computing

Develops high-utility skills using a dynamic cloud service

Potentially reduce costs by replacing relational databases

Covers core concepts, such as table creation and data management in DynamoDB

Taught by Stefan Roman

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals with these activities:

Review the basics of NoSQL databases

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Refresh your knowledge of NoSQL databases to strengthen your foundation and ensure a better understanding of DynamoDB's underlying concepts.

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Review articles or tutorials on NoSQL basics
Take a practice quiz or test your understanding through online resources

Create DynamoDB tables with different schemas

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Create several DynamoDB tables with various schemas to improve your practical understanding of how to define and create DynamoDB tables.

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Design a simple DynamoDB table schema
Use the AWS console or AWS CLI to create the table
Repeat steps 1 and 2 for different use cases

Attend a workshop on DynamoDB best practices

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Attend an in-person or virtual workshop conducted by experts to gain hands-on experience and expand your knowledge of DynamoDB best practices.

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Find a workshop that aligns with your learning goals
Register and attend the workshop
Participate actively and ask questions

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Follow AWS tutorials on advanced DynamoDB features

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Follow AWS-provided tutorials to learn about advanced DynamoDB features like global tables, autoscaling, and backups.

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Identify an advanced DynamoDB feature you want to learn
Find the corresponding AWS tutorial
Follow the tutorial and complete the exercises

Create a blog post or article about using Python with DynamoDB

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Write a comprehensive blog post or article that shares your knowledge of using Python with DynamoDB, reinforcing your understanding and potentially helping others.

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Choose a specific aspect of using Python with DynamoDB
Write a detailed post covering the topic
Publish the post and share it with others

Contribute to an open-source DynamoDB project

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Engage with the DynamoDB community by contributing to an open-source project, deepening your understanding and giving back to the developer ecosystem.

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Identify an open-source DynamoDB project
Find a specific issue or feature to work on
Submit a pull request with your contribution

Develop a DynamoDB application with complex data relationships

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Build a DynamoDB application that uses complex data relationships to enhance your understanding of how to use DynamoDB for real-world data storage.

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Design the application's data model
Create the DynamoDB tables
Implement the application logic to manage data
Test and refine the application

Career center

Learners who complete AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining database systems, ensuring their availability, performance, and security. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may help to build a foundation for this role by providing an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Data Engineer

A Data Engineer is responsible for building and maintaining data pipelines, ensuring that data is collected, processed, and stored in a usable format. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may help to build a foundation for this role by providing an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Data Architect

A Data Architect is responsible for designing and managing data architectures, ensuring that data is organized and accessible to meet business needs. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may help to build a foundation for this role by providing an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software systems. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in developing database-driven applications, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing and managing cloud computing environments, ensuring that they are scalable, reliable, and cost-effective. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in designing and managing cloud-based database systems, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables in the cloud.

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Project Manager

A Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in managing projects that involve the use of DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Business Analyst

A Business Analyst is responsible for analyzing business processes and identifying areas for improvement. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in analyzing business processes that involve data stored in DynamoDB tables, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to identify trends and patterns. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in analyzing data stored in DynamoDB tables, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Product Manager

A Product Manager is responsible for managing the development and launch of new products. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in managing products that involve the use of DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Technical Writer

A Technical Writer is responsible for creating technical documentation, such as user manuals and white papers. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in writing technical documentation for DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Security Engineer

A Security Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing security systems. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in designing and implementing security systems for DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing computer networks. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in designing and implementing networks that use DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Systems Engineer

A Systems Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing computer systems. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in designing and implementing systems that use DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Sales Engineer

A Sales Engineer is responsible for selling and supporting technical products and services. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in selling and supporting DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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Quality Assurance Engineer

A Quality Assurance Engineer is responsible for testing and ensuring the quality of software products. This course in AWS DynamoDB Fundamentals may be useful for those who wish to specialize in testing and ensuring the quality of software products that use DynamoDB, as it provides an understanding of how to create and manage DynamoDB tables, as well as how to handle DynamoDB objects.

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