Course Introduction
This course, titled Azure Database for MySQL, is a comprehensive training program designed to introduce learners to the foundational and advanced concepts of managing MySQL databases on Microsoft Azure. The course provides an in-depth understanding of Azure’s fully managed, open-source MySQL service that offers enhanced security, intelligent performance recommendations, zone-redundant high availability, built-in data encryption, and significant cost efficiency. Throughout this program, students will explore key service features, deployment options, performance monitoring, security configurations, and application development practices using Azure Database for MySQL. This training is tailored for database administrators, cloud engineers, software developers, and IT professionals seeking to build a strong, practical foundation in cloud-based MySQL database management. By completing this course, learners will acquire hands-on skills that directly apply to real-world cloud computing environments.
Course Duration and Modules
Overall Duration:
The course is designed to be completed over 2–3 weeks depending on study pace.
Total Learning Hours:
Total Video Duration: ~2 hours 29 minutes
Estimated Independent Study: 8–10 hours
Overall Expected Learning Time: 10–12 hours
Weekly Commitment:
Learners are expected to invest approximately 4–5 hours per week, including video lessons, practical exercises, and review.
Pacing:
The course is self-paced and can be completed in 1–3 weeks depending on learner availability.
Modules / Video Lectures:
The full course contains 16 structured video modules, covering:
Introduction to the Series
Introduction to Azure Database for MySQL
Flexible Server – Features and Concepts
Demo: Getting Started
Compute and Storage Options
Networking and Security
Monitoring
Backup and Restore
High Availability
Replication
Cost Savings with Flexible Server
Application Development with Flexible Server
Connect and Query from Applications
App Service + MySQL
AKS + MySQL
Summary and Call to Action
Course Presenter
The course is presented by Microsoft Azure Engineering Team, experts with extensive experience designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based database systems. The presenters are known for their clear teaching style, step-by-step demonstrations, and practical explanations that help learners quickly understand technical concepts. Their professional background includes real-world enterprise deployments, performance optimization, and cloud-native application development.
Course Certificate
The Qalam Scholar Certificate awarded upon completion of this course holds international recognition and is equipped with a barcode verification system. This enables employers, institutions, and organizations worldwide to authenticate your certificate instantly. Earning this certificate strengthens your professional credibility and supports both national and international employment opportunities in cloud computing and database management.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
· Understand the core architecture and features of Azure Database for MySQL
· Configure and manage MySQL Flexible Server in Azure
· Implement secure networking and access controls for cloud databases
· Monitor performance and apply optimization techniques
· Configure automated backup, restoration, and replication features
· Develop and integrate applications with Azure Database for MySQL