SQL Server DBA Training Online and Certification Course

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20 Hours

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igmGuru provides the best SQL Server DBA Training online worldwide. This comprehensive 20-hour SQL database administrator course program covers the latest SQL Server administration concepts with hands-on skills in installation, configuration, performance tuning, backup and recovery, security management, and high availability solutions. The course modules are designed by our industry experts with over 20 years of real-time experience in enterprise database environments. This SQL Server DBA course also prepares you for the latest Microsoft DP-300 Certification Exam (Administering Microsoft Azure SQL Solutions) to build expertise in both on-premises SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.

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SQL Server Database Administration Training Overview

Our Training will help you learn database administration using Microsoft SQL Server. The course covers installation, configuration, backup, recovery, performance tuning, and security. It includes hands-on labs and real-world projects to build practical skills. After enrolling, you will receive benefits such as recorded sessions, lifetime access to study materials, job assistance, and doubt-clearing sessions.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of databases and SQL
Familiarity with Windows operating system
Understanding of networking concepts (optional)

Who should Enroll

Database administrators and DBAs
SQL Server developers
System and infrastructure administrators
IT professionals managing databases
Beginners who want to start career as a SQL Server DBA

What You Will Learn

Introduction to SQL Server and Azure SQL
Installation and Configuration
Database Creation and Management
Security and Authentication
Backup and Recovery
Indexing and Query Optimization
Monitoring and Performance Tuning
High Availability and Disaster Recovery
Automation with SQL Server Agent and PowerShell
Troubleshooting and Error Handling
Advanced DBA Features
Azure SQL Deployment and Management
Exam Preparation for DP-300 Certification

Job Roles

SQL Server Database Administrator (DBA)
Database Engineer
Database Developer
Data Analyst
System Administrator
Business Intelligence (BI) Developer
Data Warehouse Specialist
Cloud Database Administrator
IT Support Engineer
Database Consultant

Key Features

100% Money-Back Guarantee
Flexible Schedule
100% Job Assistance
Small Batches Upto 10 Participants
24 X 7 Lifetime Support & Access
Instructor Led Training: 20 Hrs

SQL Server DBA Course Modules

Lesson 1 - Introduction to SQL Server

1. Overview of SQL Server Editions and Versions

2. SQL Server 2022 Features and Enhancements

3. SQL Server Architecture and Components

Lesson 2 - Installation and Configuration

1. Hardware and Software Requirements

2. SQL Server Installation (Standalone and Named Instances)

3. Post-Installation Configuration

4. Configuring SQL Server Services

5. SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) Overview

Lesson 3 - Database Fundamentals

1. System Databases (master, msdb, tempdb, model)

2. Creating and Managing Databases

3. Database Files and Filegroups

4. Recovery Models

Lesson 4 - Security Management

1. Authentication Modes (Windows & SQL Authentication)

2. Logins, Users, Roles, and Permissions

3. Implementing Row-Level Security

4. Transparent Data Encryption (TDE)

5. Auditing and Compliance

Lesson 5 - Backup and Recovery

1. Backup Types (Full, Differential, Transaction Log, Copy-Only)

2. Backup Strategies and Best Practices

3. Database Restore Options and Scenarios

4. Point-in-Time Recovery

5. Tail-Log Backups

Lesson 6 - Performance Tuning and Optimization

1. Indexes (Clustered, Non-Clustered, Columnstore)

2. Index Maintenance Strategies

3. Query Execution Plans

4. Database Engine Tuning Advisor

5. Monitoring and Troubleshooting Performance (DMVs, Profiler, Extended Events)

Lesson 7 - High Availability and Disaster Recovery (HADR)

1. Log Shipping

2. Database Mirroring (Deprecated Features Overview)

3. AlwaysOn Failover Cluster Instances

4. AlwaysOn Availability Groups

5. Replication (Snapshot, Transactional, Merge)

Lesson 8 - Automation and Maintenance

1. SQL Server Agent Jobs

2. Alerts and Operators

3. Maintenance Plans

4. Automating Backups and Index Rebuilds

Lesson 9 - Monitoring and Troubleshooting

1. Activity Monitor and Dynamic Management Views (DMVs)

2. Error Logs and Event Viewer

3. Deadlock Detection and Resolution

4. Blocking and Locking Issues

Lesson 10 - Advanced Database Administration

1. Partitioned Tables and Indexes

2. Resource Governor

3. In-Memory OLTP

4. TempDB Optimization

5. Data Compression

Lesson 11 - Azure SQL and Cloud Integration

1. Introduction to Azure SQL Database and Managed Instance

2. Migrating On-Premises Databases to Azure

3. Backup and Restore in Azure

4. High Availability in Azure SQL

5. Monitoring and Security in Azure SQL

Lesson 12 - Exam Preparation (DP-300)

1. Skills Measured in DP-300 Certification Exam

2. Practice Questions and Scenarios

3. Mock Tests and Interview Preparation

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Microsoft SQL DBA Certification Training Fees

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US $ 799.00

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Duration : 20 Hrs
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SQL Server DBA Certification and Exam

Official certification exam name is Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate (Exam DP-300: Administering Relational Databases on Microsoft Azure).

Exam Format

Duration: 120 minutes (2 hours)
Number of Questions: 40–60 multiple-choice / scenario-based
Passing Score: 700 out of 1000
Type: Case studies, multiple-choice, drag-and-drop, build list, and scenario-based
Mode: Online or at a certified Pearson VUE test center

Exam Cost

Typically $165 USD (price may vary by country and currency).

Course Completion Certificate

igmGuru provides a recognized course completion certificate for MS SQL Server DBA Training. This certificate comes with lifetime validity and validates your skills in SQL Server administration.

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