Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes from Pluralsight

Kubernetes is the leading container orchestration platform. This course will teach you how to use Kubernetes to provide high availability for a two-node SQL Server cluster and how-to implement a three-node SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Group.

Running SQL Server on Kubernetes is unfamiliar territory for most SQL Server and Kubernetes administrators and developers. In this course, Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes, you’ll learn how you can deploy SQL Server containers on Kubernetes for high availability. First, you’ll get some important background on running SQL Server in a container and how SQL Server containers can be managed using Kubernetes. Here, you’ll see how running SQL Server in a container is different from a standalone or virtualized instance as well as getting an understanding of the overall architecture of a SQL Server on Kubernetes solution. Next, you’ll dig into the nitty-gritty details showing how Kubernetes can provide high availability for a two-node SQL Server cluster. You’ll see the actual YAML and kubectl commands that were used to build the cluster and the persistent storage that SQL Server databases require. Then, we’ll dig deeper and you’ll see how you can build and run a three-node SQL Server AlwaysOn Availability Group on Kubernetes. Here again, you’ll see the YAML and kubectl commands required as well as the T-SQL commands that you can use to build a clusterless Availability Group. Finally, you’ll come away with some valuable tips and troubleshooting tools. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have a fundamental understanding of how to run SQL Server on Kubernetes and how Kubernetes can provide high availability for SQL Server containers. At the end of this course, you’ll come away with 40+ scripts that you can use as a basis for building your own SQL Server and Kubernetes deployments.

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Course Overview

Deploying SQL Server in a docker Container

Comparing SQL Server Fail over Instances and Availability Groups on Kubernetes

Deploying a Highly Available SQL Server Instance on a Two Node Kubernetes Cluster

Deploying a SQL Server Always On Availability Group on a Three Node Kubernetes Cluster

Troubleshooting SQL Server High Availability on Kubernetes

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Introduces learners to foundational tactics such as deploying SQL Server in a Docker container

Taught by Michael Otey, who has extensive experience in the field

Provides valuable tips and troubleshooting tools upon completion

Skills developed include setting up and managing a Kubernetes environment for deploying SQL Server

Includes hands-on labs to reinforce learning

Focuses on providing high availability for SQL Server containers, catering to a specific need in the industry

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 Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes with these activities:

Review Docker Containers

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Review the fundamentals of Docker containers, including their architecture and how they are used to package and run applications.

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Read introductory articles or watch videos on Docker containers.
Install Docker on your local machine.
Create and run a simple Docker container.

Find a Kubernetes Mentor

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A more experienced Kubernetes professional can help guide you and provide valuable advice.

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Identify Potential Mentors
Reach Out to Potential Mentors

Deploy a SQL Server Instance on Kubernetes

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Follow a guided tutorial to deploy a SQL Server instance on a Kubernetes cluster, gaining hands-on experience with the process.

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Find a reputable tutorial on deploying SQL Server on Kubernetes.
Set up a Kubernetes cluster on your local machine or cloud platform.
Deploy a SQL Server instance on the Kubernetes cluster following the tutorial.

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Configure Kubernetes High Availability

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Practice configuring high availability features in Kubernetes, such as node anti-affinity and pod disruption budgets, to enhance the resilience of SQL Server deployments.

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Review the documentation on Kubernetes high availability features.
Set up a Kubernetes cluster with high availability enabled.
Deploy a SQL Server instance on the cluster and configure high availability settings.

Build a Kubernetes Deployment for SQL Server

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Create a custom Kubernetes deployment for SQL Server that meets specific requirements, such as resource allocation, networking, and security.

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Design the architecture and configuration of the Kubernetes deployment.
Write the Kubernetes YAML manifests to define the deployment.
Deploy the SQL Server instance using the custom Kubernetes deployment.

Answer Questions on SQL Server and Kubernetes

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Engage in online forums or discussion groups to answer questions and provide support to others learning about SQL Server and Kubernetes.

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Join online communities or forums related to SQL Server and Kubernetes.
Monitor discussions and identify questions that you can answer.
Provide helpful and accurate responses to questions.

Career center

Learners who complete Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

SQL Server Database Administrator

SQL Server Database Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of SQL Server databases. They install, configure, and maintain databases, and they perform backups and restores. They also work with other IT professionals to ensure that SQL Server is integrated with the organization's other systems. This course 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes' can help you build a foundation for a career as a SQL Server Database Administrator by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of computer systems. They install, configure, and maintain hardware and software, and they monitor performance. They also work with other IT professionals to ensure that computer systems are integrated with the organization's other systems. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can help build a foundation for a career as a Systems Administrator, as it provides an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Network Administrator

Network Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of computer networks. They install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, and they monitor performance. They also work with other IT professionals to ensure that computer networks are integrated with the organization's other systems. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can help build a foundation for a career as a Network Administrator, as it provides an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Kubernetes Administrator

Kubernetes Administrators oversee all aspects of running Kubernetes, including deploying applications, managing storage, and monitoring performance. They also work with other IT professionals to ensure that Kubernetes is integrated with the organization's other systems. This course can be a foundational step towards this role, as it provides an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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DevOps Engineer

DevOps Engineers work with both development and operations teams to ensure that software is developed and deployed efficiently. They use a variety of tools and techniques to automate the software development process. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for DevOps Engineers. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can support your entry into this field by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineers design, build, and manage cloud-based systems. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that cloud-based systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for Cloud Engineers. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can support your entry into this field by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Database Architect

Database Architects design and build databases. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that databases are scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for Database Architects. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can help build a foundation for a career as a Database Architect by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Data Architect

Data Architects design and build data systems. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that data systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for Data Architects. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can help build a foundation for a career as a Data Architect by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Software Engineer

Software Engineers design, develop, and test software. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that software is scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for Software Engineers. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can help build a foundation for a career as a Software Engineer by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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IT Manager

IT Managers oversee all aspects of IT operations. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that IT systems are scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes is an asset for IT Managers. This course, 'Supporting SQL Server High Availability with Kubernetes', can may be useful by providing an introduction to the fundamentals of running SQL Server on Kubernetes and using Kubernetes to provide high availability for SQL Server containers.

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Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts design and implement security measures to protect computer systems and networks. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that computer systems and networks are secure from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. Knowledge of Kubernetes may be useful to professionals in this role.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve problems. They work with other IT professionals to collect, analyze, and interpret data. Knowledge of Kubernetes may be useful to professionals in this role.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts analyze business processes to identify areas for improvement. They work with other IT professionals to design and implement solutions to improve business processes. Knowledge of Kubernetes may be useful to professionals in this role.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design and develop websites. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that websites are scalable, reliable, and secure. Knowledge of Kubernetes may be useful to professionals in this role.

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Project Manager

Project Managers plan, execute, and close projects. They work with other IT professionals to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Knowledge of Kubernetes may be useful to professionals in this role.

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