This week introduces relational and non-relational databases, SQL operations, conditional queries, transactions, and data modeling. Students also explore automation vs orchestration and configuration management.

Databases are central to almost all modern applications. Understanding how to design, populate, and query databases is a key skill for cloud practitioners and developers alike. Automation skills further prepare learners for DevOps and system operations roles.

Labs include Database Table Operations, Conditional Searches, Inserting & Selecting Data, Building a DB Server, Introduction to Amazon Aurora, Amazon DynamoDB, and data organization exercises. Students also refine their resumes as part of career preparation.