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Deep Dive into the Internals of the Database
Gain insights into database internals, explore different database types, delve into their structures, and discover the data structures and transaction features essential for efficient data management.
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68 lessons
19h
Created by Sudan Shrinivaasan
What's included
- 68 lessons across 14 modules
- 12 quizzes with instant feedback
- AI Tutor on every lesson
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What You'll Learn
- An in-depth understanding of various database management systems
- A thorough introduction to data structures and mechanics used in databases
- A comparison of different types of databases to choose the best based on system requirements
- Familiarity with the core components of databases and their underlying implementation
Learning Roadmap
1.
Introduction
Introduction
Get familiar with database internals, key terminologies, and DBMS architecture for advanced engineers.
2.
Taxonomy of Databases
Taxonomy of Databases
Unpack the core of database classifications by data model, storage, disk layout, and access patterns.
3.
Database Architecture
Database Architecture
2 Lessons
2 Lessons
Examine the core components and essential subsystems of a Database Management System (DBMS).
4.
Data Structures used in Databases
Data Structures used in Databases
10 Lessons
10 Lessons
Break down complex ideas about crucial database data structures for efficient operations.
5.
Disk Layout
Disk Layout
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Take a look at HDD and SSD structures, binary encoding, and database disk data organization.
6.
Database Index
Database Index
3 Lessons
3 Lessons
Focus on enhancing data retrieval with specialized index structures and types for optimized database performance.
7.
Transaction
Transaction
8 Lessons
8 Lessons
Master the steps to understanding transactions, their states, ACID properties, and distributed transactions.
8.
Replication
Replication
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Learn how to use replication techniques to enhance database availability and manage conflicts.
9.
Partitioning
Partitioning
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Unpack the core of partitioning databases, strategies, indexing, and rebalancing techniques.
10.
Concurrency Controls
Concurrency Controls
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Examine essential concurrency control techniques to maintain data integrity in databases.
11.
Consistency Models
Consistency Models
4 Lessons
4 Lessons
Break down the steps to understanding various database consistency models, including linearizability and eventual consistency.
12.
Consensus
Consensus
6 Lessons
6 Lessons
Map out the steps for achieving consensus and leader election in distributed systems.
13.
Common Problems Associated with Distributed Databases
Common Problems Associated with Distributed Databases
5 Lessons
5 Lessons
Follow the process of overcoming time synchronization issues, network unreliability, and achieving consensus in distributed systems.
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About this course
WHY I WROTE THIS COURSE
Databases are a type of system for storing data in an organized manner. Understanding the inner workings of databases and knowing about paradigms used in different types of databases is crucial for organizing information.
In this course, you’ll learn about the fundamental characteristics of databases, how they’re structured internally for efficient distribution, what kind of capabilities are needed to support the distribution model, what features transactions provide, and how they’re implemented.
Different kinds of databases—and their structure, architecture, and functionality—will be discussed in depth. You’ll also learn about data structures that work best in certain database models and why they’re chosen over others. After completing this course, you’ll know the basic building blocks and mechanics behind every kind of database management system you might encounter.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sudan Shrinivaasan
A software engineer interested in databases, and distributed systems.
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