MongoDB 3 Administration from Pluralsight

This course will teach you you the essential skills and tools required to manage MongoDB effectively. It covers MongoDB administration tools, syntax, and management principles addressing everything from installation to configuration, backups, monitoring, scaling out, security, and performance tuning.

Learn how to effectively administer MongoDB in production. This course takes you through the basics and then dives deep into all aspects of managing MongoDB. It covers basics such as installation and configuration. Basic data backup and recovery, importing, and exporting data will be explored. It shows you how to create and manage replica sets - Mongo's mechanism for availability and durability. It will teach you how Mongo scales out using sharding. The course also dives into indexing and performance tuning and what tools and techniques you can use to make your production deployment run smoothly and predictably. We will cover issues of security, hardware selection, and other miscellaneous subjects you may run into during operation. If you are considering - or already are - running MongoDB in production, then this course is for you!

What's inside

Syllabus

Introduction

Installation

Configuration

Query Crash Course

Data In, Data Out

Indexing

Replica Sets

Sharding

Monitoring

Security

Miscellaneous

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops essential MongoDB management skills and tools

Taught by Nuri Halperin, a recognized expert in MongoDB management

Covers a comprehensive range of topics, from installation to performance tuning

Provides hands-on labs and interactive materials for practical experience

May require prior knowledge and experience with MongoDB

Course content may not cover the latest versions of MongoDB software

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 MongoDB 3 Administration with these activities:

Practice using a MongoDB GUI tool

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Enhance your familiarity with MongoDB by practicing its use with a GUI tool.

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Install a MongoDB GUI tool.
Connect to a MongoDB database using the GUI tool.
Perform basic operations such as creating databases, collections, and documents.

Review MongoDB documentation on indexing

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Refresh your knowledge of MongoDB indexing concepts and best practices to optimize query performance.

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Visit the MongoDB documentation on indexing.
Review the different types of indexes and their use cases.
Learn about index creation and maintenance.

Attend a MongoDB community meetup

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Connect with other MongoDB users and experts to exchange knowledge, learn about best practices, and stay updated on the latest developments.

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Find a local MongoDB community meetup.
Attend the meetup and participate in discussions.
Network with other attendees.

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Practice MongoDB commands on a local database

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Reinforce your understanding of MongoDB syntax and commands by practicing them on a local database.

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Set up a local MongoDB database.
Insert, update, and delete data using MongoDB commands.
Query data using MongoDB commands.

Configure and manage a MongoDB replica set

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Gain practical experience in configuring and managing a MongoDB replica set to ensure high availability and data durability.

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Set up a replica set with multiple MongoDB instances.
Configure the replica set for automatic failover and data synchronization.
Monitor and manage the replica set to ensure optimal performance.

Follow a tutorial on MongoDB sharding

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Expand your knowledge of MongoDB sharding by following a guided tutorial and implementing a sharded cluster.

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Find a tutorial on MongoDB sharding.
Follow the tutorial steps to create and configure a sharded cluster.
Test the performance and functionality of the sharded cluster.

Create a presentation on MongoDB performance tuning

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Solidify your understanding of MongoDB performance tuning techniques by creating a presentation and sharing your findings with others.

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Research different MongoDB performance tuning techniques.
Identify common performance bottlenecks and solutions.
Create a presentation that outlines your findings and recommendations.
Present your findings to a group of peers or colleagues.

Contribute to a MongoDB open-source project

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Gain hands-on experience and contribute to the MongoDB community by participating in an open-source project.

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Find a MongoDB open-source project to contribute to.
Review the project's documentation and codebase.
Identify an area where you can contribute.
Make a code contribution to the project.
Submit a pull request with your changes.

Career center

Learners who complete MongoDB 3 Administration will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Database Administrator

Database Administrators are responsible for the management, maintenance, and security of databases. They work with data architects and database designers to ensure that databases are efficient, performant, and available. This course is an excellent choice for one who wishes to become a Database Administrator, providing foundational skills in database management, such as installation and configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and optimization.

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Business Intelligence Analyst

Business Intelligence Analysts create reports and perform statistical analysis to help businesses understand data and make informed decisions. This course teaches skills and principles that can be used to manage and maintain databases and data sets used by Business Intelligence Analysts. Skills in installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, monitoring, and security are all highly relevant in this field.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for the management, maintenance, and security of computer systems, including hardware, software, and networks. This course provides strong foundational knowledge in the management and administration of database systems, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, monitoring, and security, all of which are highly relevant skills for a Systems Administrator.

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Data Architect

Data Architects design and build data structures and systems to meet the needs of an organization. They work with stakeholders to understand data requirements and to develop data models and architectures. This course provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring, which are all valuable skills for a Data Architect to possess.

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Database Developer

Database Developers design and develop databases and database applications. They work with stakeholders to understand requirements and to develop databases that meet those requirements. This course provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring, which are all valuable skills for a Database Developer to have.

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Data Engineer

Data Engineers build and maintain the infrastructure and tools that enable data scientists and analysts to access and process data. They work with data architects and database administrators to ensure that data is stored and managed in a way that meets the needs of the organization. This course can be particularly useful for an aspiring Data Engineer, providing foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with stakeholders to understand requirements and to develop software that meets those requirements. This course may be useful for a Software Engineer interested in developing database-driven software applications. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists leverage large data sets and statistics to build models capable of determining outcomes and to make predictions. They are increasingly sought after in a market where the value of data has become apparent to businesses of all sizes. This course teaches you principles and practices that can be utilized in managing and maintaining the data sets used by Data Scientists. Skills taught in this course such as installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, replica sets, and security are all valuable tools in the toolset of the modern Data Scientist.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of an organization's IT systems and infrastructure. They work with stakeholders to understand business needs and to develop and implement IT solutions. This course may be useful for an IT Manager responsible for managing an organization's database systems. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's information systems and data. They work with stakeholders to identify security risks and to develop and implement security solutions. This course may be useful for an Information Security Analyst responsible for securing an organization's database systems. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring, as well as security principles and practices.

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Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects design and build cloud-based solutions for organizations. They work with stakeholders to understand business needs and to develop and implement cloud solutions. This course may be useful for a Cloud Architect responsible for managing an organization's database systems in the cloud. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to help organizations understand data and make informed decisions. This course may be useful for a Data Analyst who works with data stored in MongoDB databases. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Systems Engineer

Systems Engineers design, build, and maintain computer systems, including hardware, software, and networks. This course may be useful for a Systems Engineer responsible for managing an organization's database systems. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers bridge the gap between development and operations teams. They work to ensure that software is developed, tested, and deployed efficiently and reliably. This course may be useful for a DevOps Engineer responsible for managing an organization's database systems. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for the management, maintenance, and security of computer networks. This course may be useful for a Network Administrator responsible for managing an organization's database systems. It provides foundational skills in database management and administration, including installation, configuration, data backup and recovery, indexing, and monitoring.

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Reading list

We've selected four 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 MongoDB 3 Administration.

MongoDB: The Definitive Guide

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This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of MongoDB administration, including installation, configuration, backups, monitoring, scaling out, security, and performance tuning. It is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn more about MongoDB.

MongoDB: The Definitive Guide

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Mongodb in Action

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Practical guide to MongoDB, with a focus on how to use it in real-world applications. It covers topics such as data modeling, querying, and performance tuning.

MongoDB in Action: Covers MongoDB version 3.0

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