Module 1: Introduction to SQL Server
Overview of SQL Server editions and components.
SQL Server architecture and database structures.
Installation and configuration of SQL Server.
Module 2: Planning and Installing SQL Server
System requirements and hardware considerations.
Installing SQL Server and related services.
Post-installation configuration.
Configuring SQL Server instances.
Module 3: Configuring SQL Server Components
Configuring SQL Server network protocols.
Managing SQL Server instances.
Configuring SQL Server Agent for automated tasks.
Setting up and configuring SQL Server databases.
Module 4: Implementing SQL Server Security
Understanding SQL Server security models.
Configuring authentication and authorization.
Managing logins, users, roles, and permissions.
Implementing encryption and data protection.
Module 5: Managing and Monitoring SQL Server
Using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
Monitoring SQL Server performance.
Configuring alerts and notifications.
Using SQL Server Profiler and Extended Events.
Module 6: Backing Up and Restoring Databases
Understanding backup strategies and types.
Configuring and performing database backups.
Restoring databases from backups.
Implementing high availability and disaster recovery (HADR) solutions.
Module 7: Automating SQL Server Administration
Automating administrative tasks with SQL Server Agent.
Creating and scheduling jobs, operators, and alerts.
Using PowerShell for SQL Server management.
Implementing maintenance plans.
Module 8: Implementing High Availability
Understanding high availability options in SQL Server.
Configuring and managing failover clustering.
Implementing Always On Availability Groups.
Setting up database mirroring and log shipping.
Module 9: Optimizing SQL Server Performance
Performance tuning and optimization techniques.
Indexing strategies and best practices.
Analyzing and optimizing query performance.
Using Database Engine Tuning Advisor.
Module 10: Managing SQL Server Data
Importing and exporting data.
Using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
Implementing data transformation and data flow.
Managing data quality and consistency.
Module 11: SQL Server Troubleshooting
Identifying and resolving common SQL Server issues.
Troubleshooting connectivity and performance problems.
Analyzing SQL Server logs and error messages.
Using diagnostic tools for problem resolution.
Module 12: Upgrading and Migrating SQL Server
Planning and executing SQL Server upgrades.
Migrating databases and data between SQL Server instances.
Using Data Migration Assistant and SQL Server Migration Assistant.
Post-migration tasks and validation.
Module 13: Maintaining SQL Server Environments
Regular maintenance tasks and best practices.
Applying updates and patches.
Ensuring database integrity and consistency.
Documentation and compliance considerations.
