Provisioning and Configuring Azure Cosmos DB

Migrating on-premises database workloads to the cloud requires a solid understanding of modern, globally distributed database architectures. This text-based course guides you through the foundational concepts and practical steps of implementing Azure Cosmos DB. You will learn how to select the right APIs, configure partition keys for optimal performance, and manage data consistency across distributed environments. By completing this course, you will be able to confidently set up and manage Cosmos DB resources to support modern cloud migration strategies. What you'll learn: - Understand core Azure Cosmos DB architecture, global distribution, and multi-region replication - Select the appropriate Cosmos DB API for your application workload, including NoSQL and MongoDB APIs - Provision Cosmos DB accounts, databases, and containers using the Azure Portal - Implement effective partitioning strategies to optimize performance, throughput, and costs - Configure consistency levels and security controls to meet application requirements - Monitor database metrics and manage throughput scalability to handle varying workloads The course begins with foundational database concepts and terminology before walking you through step-by-step provisioning workflows, configuration settings, and resource management practices. This course is designed for beginner cloud administrators, database engineers, and systems architects who want to build a solid foundation in cloud database management. No prior Azure database experience is required.