Course Outline
Introduction and Architecture
- PostgreSQL architecture overview: processes, memory, storage layout
- Data organisation: databases, schemas, and tablespaces
- PostgreSQL toolset and system catalogues
Installation and Configuration
- Installing PostgreSQL from repositories or source
- Configuration files (postgresql.conf, pg_hba.conf, pg_ident.conf)
- Adjusting core parameters (memory, logging, connections)
- Upgrading and migrating PostgreSQL installations
Security Management
- User roles, groups, and privileges
- Authentication methods: trust, password, MD5, SCRAM, SSL
- Row-Level Security and data access policies
Backup and Recovery
- Logical backups with pg_dump and pg_restore
- Physical backups using pg_basebackup
- Incremental backups and WAL archiving
- Point-in-Time Recovery (PITR) and restoration procedures
Monitoring and Maintenance
- Understanding the autovacuum process
- Routine maintenance and log analysis
- Using PgBadger for performance and error tracking
Requirements
A basic working knowledge of SQL
Testimonials (7)
The patiance and the style of teaching of Michał was nice.
Luiza
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
Michal was great at sharing his vast knowledge of postgres.
Matei
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
The training was interactive which made it interesting.
Priyanka Talwar - University of South Australia
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
Great lab setup. Very practical training which reinforced the material.
Brian - Verizon Connect
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
Practical exercises and suggestions given by the trainer.
Bruno - Verizon Connect
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
interaction was encouraged,Very useful practical approaches.
Farhan - Fast Lane Consulting and Education Services Limited
Course - PostgreSQL for Administrators - 2 Days
The versatility of the training.