Cloud data services for database administrators
Become a cloud database hero for your team
EXPLORE THE HANDBOOK
Your role as a database administrator (DBA) is about to be transformed. Now’s the ideal time to get ready for the transition to the cloud and showcase the value you add to the business as a DBA. Learn more about the evolution from on-premises database administration to cloud database management with this guide to data in the cloud.
Webinar: Transform your DBA role for the cloud
Join your fellow database administrators in an online discussion and get a chance to ask cloud data experts your questions about data – and the DBA role – in the cloud. Learn how your hard-earned SQL skills can easily transfer and plan for a smooth cloud database migration with Azure.
Watch the webinar to:
- Learn about cloud database migration with Azure, the native cloud for SQL – using languages and tools you already know, with training and documentation to fill in any gaps.
- Find out how to migrate your SQL workloads to a managed instance – with minimal impact to your company’s data-dependent apps.
- See how your peers were freed up to spend more time on data strategy and less time on repetitive tasks and tactics using automation and intelligent features.
- Get demos of key Azure migration, security and optimisation scenarios, such as auto-tuning, advanced query processing, threat detection and vulnerability assessment.
Learn how your database skills and experience transfer to the cloud
Build your cloud database expertise with hands-on training and documentation from Microsoft Learn. Browse the latest in cloud data concepts with free learning paths – including learning modules for data engineers that can be completed in under an hour.
Or, demonstrate your expertise through industry-recognised, role-based Microsoft certifications:
| Product | Gain new skills in… | Reduce your focus on… | Increase your focus on… |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scaling | |||
| Backup management | |||
| Infrastructure maintenance | |||
| Disaster recovery | |||
| Infrastructure security | |||
| Data movement | |||
| Cost optimisation | |||
| Performance tuning | |||
| Understanding of business outcomes | |||
| Database optimisation for apps | |||
| Cloud security and governance | |||
| Cloud architecture |
Move your business forwards with more insights from your data
Discover the steps and technologies of an on-premises solution architecture and its evolution to the cloud. Learn how to use the skills you already have with new cloud data technologies to analyse your data and optimise business value.
Featured resources for database administrators
Five steps to jump-start your cloud DBA journey
Explore five areas that on-premises database administrators (DBAs) like you can tackle now. Forge a path to the cloud while you boost your own professional development.
Download nowCloud Database Migration Essentials
Learn the essentials of database migration and simplify your path to the cloud – while minimising the risk and disruption to your business.
Download nowSix cloud data challenges solved for database administrators
See how your peers solved their data challenges and find technical solutions to manage your data more efficiently and securely in the cloud.
Download nowBecoming a cloud DBA: Don’t let these seven myths slow you down
Read the one-pager that busts seven myths about cloud database migration. Tackle common concerns for cloud DBAs and embrace the opportunity ahead.
Download nowSee what your peers are doing with Azure data services
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