Offered By: IBM
NoSQL and DBaaS 101
In this NoSQL course, we will provide an overview of the NoSQL database landscape, the benefits of using a Database-as-a-Service offering, and where Cloudant fits into the picture. Additionally, we’ll get you started with using Cloudant by providing tutorials on account sign up, creating and replicating databases, loading and querying data, and conclude by pointing you to additional resources to continue on your education.
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In this NoSQL course, we will provide an overview of the NoSQL database landscape, the benefits of using a Database-as-a-Service offering, and where Cloudant fits into the picture. Additionally, we’ll get you started with using Cloudant by providing tutorials on account sign up, creating and replicating databases, loading and querying data, and conclude by pointing you to additional resources to continue on your education.
About This Course
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then you have probably started to explore NoSQL and/or Database-as-a-Service offerings. In this NoSQL course, we will provide an overview of the NoSQL database landscape, the benefits of using a Database-as-a-Service offering, and where Cloudant fits into the picture. Additionally, we’ll get you started with using Cloudant by providing tutorials on account sign up, creating and replicating databases, loading and querying data, and conclude by pointing you to additional resources to continue on your education.
Course Syllabus
- Define NoSQL, its characteristics and history, and the primary benefits for using NoSQL databases.
- Define the major types of NoSQL databases including a primary use case and advantages/disadvantages of each type.
- Describe the factors affecting return on investment for using locally hosted database vs. database-as-a-service.
- List the key benefits of IBM Cloudant, a NoSQL Database-as-a-Service for Web and mobile applications.
- Create a document database, add documents, and run queries using IBM Cloudant.
- Access additional resources including training, documentation, articles, and books to continue to learn about NoSQL databases.
Requirements
- A laptop/desktop that is connected to the Internet is required for the Introducing NoSQL & Database-as-a-Service course.
- A modern browser is required for the course and Google Chrome is recommended.
- You will need to have cURL installed and working to access HTTP REST API from the command line.
Recommended skills prior to taking this course
- Basic understanding of databases, HTTP, and JSON.
- Familiarity using a browser and/or cURL on the Linux command line
Course Staff
Sharyn Richard
Michael Breslin
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Level
Beginner
Language
English
Course Code
DB0151EN