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Charles Russell Severance

In this final course, you will explore database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations. You will see how PostgreSQL implements basic CRUD operations and indexes, and review how transactions and the ACID (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) requirements are implemented.

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In this final course, you will explore database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations. You will see how PostgreSQL implements basic CRUD operations and indexes, and review how transactions and the ACID (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability) requirements are implemented.

You’ll learn to use Elasticsearch NoSQL, which is a common NoSQL database and a supplement to a relational database to high-speed search and indexing. We will examine Elasticsearch as an example of a BASE-style (Basic Availability, Soft State, Eventual Consistency) database approach, as well as compare and contrast the advantages and challenges associated with ACID and BASE databases.

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Syllabus

Scaling Databases
In this first week, we'll introduce you to the topics covered in this course, including the comparison between SQL and NoSQL and scaling relational databases.
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Cloud Scale Applications
This week, we'll compare and contrast ACID and BASE style architectures and analyze the impact of first generation cloud applications.
Elasticsearch
This week, we'll focus on creating and utilizing an Elasticsearch index in different contexts.
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Taught by Charles Russell Severance whose expertise is in database architecture and design
Explores PostgreSQL, a commonly used SQL database management system
Provides an in-depth understanding of database architecture and scaling
Analyzes the performance and scalability of cloud-based applications
Requires familiarity with basic database concepts and SQL

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Reviews summary

Engaging lectures-led nosql course

Learners largely positive about this well-received course, often mentioning the excellent, very complete, and engaging lectures by Dr. Chuck Severance. According to students, they appreciate the practical, hands-on learning approach, as well as the use of code walkthroughs and assignments to reinforce concepts. However, some learners found the assessments to be a bit difficult and would prefer more descriptive instructions, especially for those new to Python. Overall, learners say that this course is a helpful introduction to Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch.
The course includes practical assignments and code walkthroughs to reinforce concepts.
"Excellent course, very good teacher, masters the subject."
"This course was fairly easy comparing with other courses. But good to know about those practices, which were introduced here."
"I really loved the content of this course and the way Dr. Chuck taught!"
Learners loved the engaging and informative lectures.
"Awesome!"
"Excellent, very complete and well explained"
"Very Good Course and Help me refresh my SQL Database knowledge and give me new knowledge in NoSQL area."
Some learners found the assessments to be a bit challenging.
"The course is interesting and capacious. There were 2 things called dificulties."
"The "python" assessments should be more descriptive."
"The course is called PostgreSQL for Everybody. I don't think that this is accurate."

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 Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch with these activities:
Read 'Database Design for Mere Mortals: A Hands-on Guide to Relational Database Design' by Michael J. Hernandez
This book provides a clear and concise introduction to database design. It covers the basics of relational database theory and practice, and it will help you to understand the concepts that are covered in this course.
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  • Read Chapters 1-3
  • Complete the exercises in Chapters 1-3
  • Read Chapters 4-6
  • Complete the exercises in Chapters 4-6
Attend a meetup or conference on database technology
This activity will help you to connect with other people who are interested in database technology and to learn about the latest trends.
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  • Find a meetup or conference on database technology
  • Attend the meetup or conference
  • Network with other attendees
Create a database diagram for a simple online store
This activity will help you to understand the structure of a database and how to represent it graphically.
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  • Identify the entities in the online store
  • Identify the relationships between the entities
  • Create a diagram that represents the database structure
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Follow the Elasticsearch tutorial on the official website
This tutorial will help you to get started with Elasticsearch and to understand its basic concepts.
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  • Create an Elasticsearch cluster
  • Index some data in Elasticsearch
  • Search for data in Elasticsearch
Complete the SQL exercises in the course
These exercises will help you to practice your SQL skills and to reinforce the concepts that you have learned in this course.
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  • Complete the exercises in Week 1
  • Complete the exercises in Week 2
  • Complete the exercises in Week 3
Attend a workshop on database performance tuning
This activity will help you to learn how to improve the performance of your databases.
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  • Find a workshop on database performance tuning
  • Attend the workshop
  • Apply the techniques that you learned in the workshop to your own databases
Contribute to an open-source database project
This activity will help you to learn about the inner workings of a database and to contribute to the open-source community.
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  • Find an open-source database project to contribute to
  • Fix a bug or implement a new feature
  • Submit a pull request to the project
Participate in a database design competition
This activity will challenge you to design a database for a specific problem. It will help you to improve your database design skills and to learn from others.
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  • Find a database design competition
  • Design a database for the competition
  • Submit your design to the competition

Career center

Learners who complete Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Database Developer
A Database Developer is responsible for the development and maintenance of an organization’s database applications. They work with software engineers and other IT professionals to ensure that these applications are performing optimally and that data is stored securely and efficiently. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Database Developer by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst is responsible for the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data. They work with other data professionals to identify trends and patterns that can be used to make informed decisions. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Data Analyst by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator is responsible for the planning, implementation, and maintenance of an organization’s database systems. They ensure that these systems are performing optimally and that data is stored securely and efficiently. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Database Administrator by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Data Engineer
A Data Engineer is responsible for the development and maintenance of an organization’s data infrastructure. They work with data scientists and other data professionals to ensure that data is accessible, reliable, and secure. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Data Engineer by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Cloud Architect
A Cloud Architect is responsible for the design and implementation of an organization’s cloud infrastructure. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their cloud needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Cloud Architect by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
IT Architect
An IT Architect is responsible for the design and implementation of an organization’s IT infrastructure. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their IT needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as an IT Architect by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Data Scientist
A Data Scientist is responsible for the analysis and interpretation of data. They work with other data professionals to develop models and algorithms that can be used to solve business problems. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Data Scientist by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Machine Learning Engineer
A Machine Learning Engineer is responsible for the development and deployment of machine learning models. They work with other engineers and IT professionals to ensure that these models are performing optimally and that data is stored securely and efficiently. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Machine Learning Engineer by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Data Architect
A Data Architect is responsible for the design and implementation of an organization’s data architecture. They work closely with business stakeholders to understand their data needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Data Architect by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Software Engineer
A Software Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of software applications. They work with other engineers and IT professionals to ensure that these applications are meeting the needs of the business. This course may be useful in helping to build a foundation for a career as a Software Engineer by providing an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations.
Sales Manager
A Sales Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of sales strategies. They work with other stakeholders to develop and implement sales strategies that reach target markets and achieve business goals. This course provides an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations, which can be useful for Sales Managers who work with data-intensive sales pipelines.
Product Manager
A Product Manager is responsible for the planning, development, and launch of new products and services. They work with other stakeholders to understand customer needs and develop products that meet those needs. This course provides an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations, which can be useful for Product Managers who work with data-intensive products.
Customer Success Manager
A Customer Success Manager is responsible for the onboarding, training, and support of new customers. They work with other stakeholders to ensure that customers are successful in using the company’s products and services. This course provides an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations, which can be useful for Customer Success Managers who work with data-intensive customer support systems.
Business Analyst
A Business Analyst is responsible for the analysis and interpretation of business data. They work with business stakeholders to understand their needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. This course provides an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations, which can be useful for Business Analysts who work with data-intensive applications.
Marketing Manager
A Marketing Manager is responsible for the planning and execution of marketing campaigns. They work with other stakeholders to develop and implement marketing strategies that reach target audiences and achieve business goals. This course provides an understanding of database architecture, PostgreSQL, and various scalable deployment configurations, which can be useful for Marketing Managers who work with data-intensive marketing campaigns.

Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Database Architecture, Scale, and NoSQL with Elasticsearch.
Comprehensive guide to database systems, covering a wide range of topics from data models to query processing and optimization. It good resource for students and professionals who want to learn more about database architecture and design.
Comprehensive guide to Elasticsearch, covering topics such as installation, configuration, and querying. It good resource for students and professionals who want to learn more about Elasticsearch and how to use it in practice.
Practical guide to building cloud-scale applications, covering topics such as scalability, reliability, and performance. It good resource for students and professionals who want to learn more about how to build applications that can handle the demands of the cloud.
Practical guide to PostgreSQL for developers, covering topics such as installation, configuration, querying, and programming. It good resource for students and professionals who want to learn more about PostgreSQL and how to use it in practice.
Comprehensive guide to designing data-intensive applications, covering topics such as data modeling, data storage, and data processing. It good resource for students and professionals who want to learn more about how to design applications that can handle the demands of big data.
Brief overview of NoSQL databases, covering topics such as different types of NoSQL databases, their advantages and disadvantages, and how to choose the right NoSQL database for your application.

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