IBM Cloudant: Cloud Database Management

Course Description

Welcome to the exciting world of cloud databases with IBM Cloudant! This intermediate-level course, offered by IBM, is designed to equip you with essential skills in managing and utilizing Cloudant, a powerful Database as a Service (DBaaS) solution. In just about 30 minutes, you'll gain hands-on experience creating, populating, and updating databases using this trusted NoSQL platform.

What students will learn from the course:

1. Create a database using the Cloudant dashboard
2. Insert documents into the database to populate it
3. Query documents effectively
4. Update the database by modifying and deleting documents

Prerequisites or skills necessary to complete the course:

1. Access to a web browser
2. Access to IBM Cloudant (You can create a free account at https://www.ibm.com/cloud/free)
3. Basic understanding of computer operations and data management concepts

What the course will cover:

• Introduction to IBM Cloudant and its importance in cloud database management
• Navigating the Cloudant dashboard
• Creating a primary database
• Populating the database with documents
• Querying and retrieving information from the database
• Modifying existing documents
• Deleting documents and database management

Who this course is for:

This course is ideal for:

• IT professionals looking to expand their cloud database skills
• Developers interested in working with NoSQL databases
• Students pursuing careers in data management or cloud computing
• Business professionals seeking to understand modern database solutions

How learners can use these skills in the real world:

The skills acquired in this course have immediate real-world applications:

1. Implementing scalable storage solutions for organizations
2. Managing large volumes of unstructured data efficiently
3. Developing cloud-based applications with robust database integration
4. Enhancing data accessibility and retrieval in various industries
5. Improving database performance and reducing operational costs

Course Completion

Upon completion, you'll have the opportunity to earn an industry-recognized badge, showcasing your newly acquired skills to potential employers. This course serves as a springboard into the rapidly growing field of cloud database management, opening doors to exciting career opportunities in the tech industry.

As this is a short, project-based course, there is no formal syllabus provided. The course is structured to provide a hands-on, practical learning experience in a concise timeframe, focusing on key skills that can be immediately applied in real-world scenarios.