Description

Introduction of YugabyteDB Fundamentals

YugabyteDB is a high-performance, open-source distributed SQL database designed to handle massive amounts of data while delivering high availability and resilience. It combines the capabilities of traditional relational databases with the scalability of NoSQL systems, making it ideal for modern applications. This training introduces YugabyteDB’s fundamentals, architecture, and its application in building distributed, cloud-native applications.

Prerequisites of YugabyteDB Fundamentals

• Basic knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
• Familiarity with cloud infrastructure concepts.
• Understanding of distributed systems is helpful but not mandatory.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to YugabyteDB
   1.1 What is YugabyteDB?
   1.2 Key Features and Use Cases
   1.3 YugabyteDB vs. Traditional Databases
2. Distributed SQL: An Overview
   2.1 Basics of Distributed SQL Databases
   2.2 Advantages of Distributed Architecture
   2.3 Use Cases for Distributed SQL
3. YugabyteDB Architecture
   3.1 Core Components: YSQL and YCQL
   3.2 DocDB Storage Engine
   3.3 Cluster Management and Replication
   3.4 Fault Tolerance and High Availability
4. Setting Up YugabyteDB
   4.1 Installing YugabyteDB Locally
   4.2 Deploying YugabyteDB on Cloud Platforms
   4.3 Configuration and Setup Best Practices
5. Working with YugabyteDB
   5.1 Running SQL Queries with YSQL
   5.2 Using YCQL for Semi-Structured Data
   5.3 Indexing and Query Optimization
6. Advanced Features
   6.1 Distributed Transactions(Ref: Advanced YugabyteDB Administration: High Availability and Scalability)
   6.2 Data Sharding and Partitioning
   6.3 Handling Schema Changes in YugabyteDB
7. Performance and Scaling
   7.1 Scaling Horizontally with YugabyteDB
   7.2 Monitoring and Tuning Performance
   7.3 Benchmarking and Workload Testing
8. Integrating YugabyteDB
   8.1 Connecting with Popular Frameworks and Tools
   8.2 Integration with Apache Kafka and Spark
   8.3 Use in Microservices Architectures
9. YugabyteDB Security
   9.1 Authentication and Authorization
   9.2 Encryption and Secure Connections
   9.3 Compliance and Best Practices
10. Conclusion

Conclusion

YugabyteDB bridges the gap between traditional relational databases and modern distributed systems, making it an essential tool for developers building scalable, fault-tolerant applications. By mastering its features and architecture, organizations can leverage YugabyteDB to achieve optimal performance and flexibility. This training equips participants with the foundational knowledge to confidently deploy, manage, and integrate YugabyteDB in diverse environments.

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