Managing Cloud SQL: Infrastructure, Security, and Reliability

Databases are the backbone of modern applications, but keeping them secure, reliable, and performant in the cloud requires specialized knowledge. Understanding how to manage Cloud SQL infrastructure ensures your data remains safe, accessible, and optimized for growth. This course prepares you to transition from a database novice to a confident administrator capable of deploying and managing resilient database instances. You will learn how to design secure network architectures, implement robust access controls, and set up automated backups and replication to prevent data loss. What you will learn: Understand foundational Cloud SQL concepts, terminology, and database engines; Configure secure network connections using private IP addresses and modern zero-trust access controls; Implement robust security measures, including data encryption, IAM policies, and audit logging; Design highly available architectures with automated failover and read replicas; Monitor database performance and reliability using modern observability metrics; Practice database backup, recovery, and maintenance strategies to ensure business continuity. The course begins with core database concepts and terminology before guiding you through networking, security configurations, and advanced reliability strategies. You will progress through structured text-based lessons and practical scenarios designed to build real-world skills. This course is designed for aspiring database administrators, cloud engineers, and developers who are new to database management, with no prior cloud infrastructure experience required. Start building secure and reliable cloud database environments today.