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The Cloud Computing Journey

By : Divit Gupta
Book Image

The Cloud Computing Journey

By: Divit Gupta

Overview of this book

As the need for digital transformation and remote work surges, so does the demand for cloud computing. However, the complexity of cloud architecture and the abundance of vendors and tools can be overwhelming for businesses. This book addresses the need for skilled professionals capable of designing, building, and managing scalable and resilient cloud systems to navigate the complex landscape of cloud computing through practical tips and strategies. This comprehensive cloud computing guide offers the expertise and best practices for evaluating different cloud vendors and tools. The first part will help you gain a thorough understanding of cloud computing basics before delving deeper into cloud architecture, its design, and implementation. Armed with this expert insight, you'll be able to avoid costly mistakes, ensure that your cloud systems are secure and compliant, and build cloud systems that can adapt and grow with the business. By the end of this book, you’ll be proficient in leveraging different vendors and tools to build robust and secure cloud systems to achieve specific goals and meet business requirements.
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1: Fundamentals and Components of the Cloud
4
Part 2: Compute, Storage, and Networking
8
Part 3: Security, Compliance, and Databases
13
Part 4: Monitoring, Backup, and Restore

Database Services - Part 1

This chapter is dedicated to exploring the various database offerings available in the cloud. Readers can expect to learn about managed database services provided by major cloud providers, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). The chapter will delve into different types of databases, including relational databases, NoSQL databases, and data warehousing services.

Readers will gain insights into the benefits and use cases of each database type, helping them make informed decisions when selecting the most suitable option for their specific applications and workloads. The chapter will cover essential concepts such as data modeling, schema design, data indexing, and query optimization.

Database services is a vast topic, and it has been divided into two chapters: Database Services 1 and Database Services 2.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

  • Overview of database services in the cloud...