Introduction to Cosmos DB
Cosmos DB is one of many database solutions in a crowded market. From DynamoDB to Cassandra to CockroachDB, the questions one would naturally ask when examining Cosmos DB are, “what makes it special, and how can I get started with it?”
This course answers both of those questions as thoroughly and concisely as possible. This course is for anyone with an interest in database technologies or creating software using Microsoft Azure. Whether you are a DevOps engineer, a database admin, a product manager, or a sales expert, this course will help you learn how to power your technology with one of Azure's most innovative data solutions.
From this course, you will learn how to make use of Cosmos DB's incredible flexibility and performance. This course is made up of nine comprehensive lectures to guide you from the basics to how to create your own app using Cosmos DB.
Learning Objectives
- Learn the basic components of Cosmos DB
- Learn how to use Cosmos DB via the web portal, libraries, and CLI tools
- Learn how to create an application with Cosmos DB as the data backend
Intended Audience
- People looking to build applications using Microsoft Azure
- People interested in database technologies
Prerequisites
- General knowledge of IT architecture
- General knowledge of databases
Jonathan Bethune is a senior technical consultant working with several companies including TopTal, BCG, and Instaclustr. He is an experienced devops specialist, data engineer, and software developer. Jonathan has spent years mastering the art of system automation with a variety of different cloud providers and tools. Before he became an engineer, Jonathan was a musician and teacher in New York City. Jonathan is based in Tokyo where he continues to work in technology and write for various publications in his free time.