PostgreSQL Migration Guide: On-Premises to Azure Database

Moving your databases to the cloud can feel overwhelming without a clear roadmap. This course simplifies the transition, guiding you step-by-step through migrating your on-premises PostgreSQL databases to Azure Database for PostgreSQL. You will master the fundamentals of cloud database migration, from assessing your source environment to executing online and offline migrations with minimal downtime. What you'll learn: - Understand the fundamental architecture differences between on-premises PostgreSQL and Azure Database for PostgreSQL. - Assess your source database compatibility and choose the right migration strategy for your workload. - Perform offline migrations using classic tools like pg_dump and pg_restore. - Configure online migrations using logical replication and the Azure Database Migration Service to minimize downtime. - Secure your target database using virtual network integration and modern authentication methods. - Validate and troubleshoot your migrated databases to ensure data integrity and optimal performance. The course begins with core cloud migration concepts and terminology before walking you through practical scenario planning, detailed configuration steps, and post-migration validation checks. This text-based guide is designed for database administrators, system administrators, and developers new to cloud migrations. No prior Azure experience is required, though a basic understanding of SQL and database administration is helpful. Start reading today to confidently transition your PostgreSQL databases to the cloud.