Integrating Relational Data on Azure
In this chapter, we will explore scenarios for using relational database management systems (RDBMSs) to store transactional data on Azure in services like Azure SQL Database, Azure Database for PostgreSQL, Azure Database for MySQL, and Azure Database for MariaDB.
Many databases currently in operation are relational, based on SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and others, and in general, many of them are still running in local data centers (on-premises). This chapter will provide the fundamental knowledge you need to plan to modernize these databases for Azure and prepare for DP-900 certification questions related to these technologies.
By the end of this chapter, you will understand the different Azure data services for relational databases, the use case for each one, and how to choose the right relational database for your Azure project.
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- Exploring relational Azure data services ...