Azure Cosmos DB Basics Online Course

Azure Cosmos DB Basics Online Course

This course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge of Azure Cosmos DB, Microsoft’s fully managed NoSQL database service. It covers everything from basic concepts to advanced techniques that help professionals build highly scalable and globally distributed applications. You will start with understanding Azure cloud computing, followed by exploring NoSQL database fundamentals and Cosmos DB’s architecture. The course will then dive into partitioning, indexing, querying, and performance optimization techniques. By the end of this course, you will be able to create, configure, and manage Cosmos DB, implement global distribution strategies, and secure your data efficiently.

Key Benefits

• Master Azure Cosmos DB and its core components.
• Understand horizontal partitioning and how it enables unlimited scalability.
• Learn how to insert, modify, and query data effectively.
• Explore automatic indexing, consistency levels, and global distribution features.
• Optimize performance using best practices for partitioning and throughput management.
• Gain hands-on experience in monitoring, security, and compliance in Cosmos DB.

Target Audience

This course is best suited for:

• Azure Data Engineers looking to expand their expertise in cloud databases.
• Database Administrators who want to work with globally distributed NoSQL databases.
• Business Intelligence (BI) Developers interested in handling large-scale data.
• Cloud Architects & Solutions Engineers building modern cloud applications.
• Developers & IT Professionals who need to integrate Cosmos DB into applications.

Prerequisites:

• Basic knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL).
• Familiarity with cloud computing and Azure services (preferred but not required).

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will:

• Understand the core concepts of Azure cloud computing and NoSQL databases.
• Learn the key differences between SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Explore various NoSQL database models and their use cases.
• Master Cosmos DB’s architecture, scalability, and partitioning strategies.
• Learn to insert, query, and manage data efficiently.
• Implement automatic indexing, consistency levels, and global distribution.
• Monitor database activity and ensure high security and compliance.

Course Content Overview

The Azure Cosmos DB Basics Exam covers the following topics - 

Module 1. Introduction to the Course

• Overview of the course and its objectives.

Module 2. Introduction to Azure Cloud Computing

• Setting up a free Azure subscription to access cloud services.
• Exploring the Azure portal and its key features.
• Understanding how to delete resources and set budgets to control costs.

Module 3. Understanding NoSQL Databases

• Introduction to NoSQL databases and their applications.
• Comparing SQL and NoSQL databases and their use cases.
• Exploring four major types of NoSQL databases.
• Understanding NoSQL database options provided by Microsoft Azure.

Module 4. Getting Started with Cosmos DB

• Understanding the evolution of Cosmos DB and the challenges it solves.
• Exploring the core features of Cosmos DB for modern applications.
• Learning about multi-model support and the five APIs available in Cosmos DB.
• Comparing Azure Table Storage with Cosmos DB for cloud-based data management.
• Creating and provisioning a Cosmos DB account in the Azure portal.

Module 5. Understanding Cosmos DB Internals and Partitioning

• Exploring Cosmos DB’s database structure, containers, and data items.
• Understanding throughput, request units (RUs), and how they impact performance.
• Learning how Cosmos DB scales horizontally for unlimited scalability.
• Understanding partitioning strategies and the role of partition keys.
• Comparing dedicated throughput with shared throughput for optimal performance.
• Avoiding hot partitions by distributing data effectively.
• Understanding the differences between single-partition and cross-partition queries.
• Exploring composite keys and best practices for selecting a partition key.

Module 6. Key Features of Cosmos DB

• Understanding automatic indexing and its benefits for fast queries.
• Demonstrating how to insert and query data in Cosmos DB.
• Exploring the Time to Live (TTL) feature for automatic data expiration.
• Understanding global distribution and how to deploy databases across multiple regions.
• Learning about multi-master configurations for high availability.
• Comparing manual failover with automatic failover for disaster recovery.
• Understanding Cosmos DB’s five consistency levels and their impact on performance.
• Using the Azure Command-Line Interface (CLI) to manage Cosmos DB.
• Exploring Cosmos DB pricing models and how to optimize costs.

Module 7. Monitoring and Security in Cosmos DB

• Using Azure Monitor (AMS) to track Cosmos DB performance.
• Monitoring database activity through the Cosmos DB account portal.
• Understanding security best practices, compliance, and privacy features.