The process of employing a database migration service to move data from one or more source databases to one or more target databases is known as database migration. The dataset from the source databases is completely present in the destination databases when migration is complete, but it may have undergone some reorganization.
Database migration has gained immense popularity across the globe resulting in huge demand for certified professionals.
Who should take the Database Migration Exam?
Managers
Database Administrators
Data Analyst
Data Engineers
Data Scientist
Skills Required
Database Fundamentals
Platform Knowledge
Data Migration Tools & Utilities
Scripting & Querying Skills
Migration Planning & Execution
Performance & Troubleshooting
Security & Compliance
Course Outline:
Module 1: Introduction to Database Migration
What is database migration?
Common migration scenarios (on-prem to cloud, cloud-to-cloud, cross-platform)
Phases of a migration lifecycle
Understanding risks and mitigation strategies
Module 2: Assessing the Source and Target Databases
Inventory of objects: tables, indexes, views, stored procedures
Choosing the right migration method (full-load, incremental, real-time)
Backup strategies and rollback plans
Preparing network, storage, and access controls
Module 4: Schema Conversion and Mapping
Using tools for schema conversion (e.g., AWS SCT, SQL Server Migration Assistant)
Handling data type conversions and naming conflicts
Validating schema in the target environment
Migrating stored procedures, triggers, and functions
Module 5: Data Export and Import Techniques
Using tools like mysqldump, pg_dump, bcp, and Data Pump
Flat file vs. direct connections
Bulk insert techniques and file formats (CSV, JSON, SQL scripts)
Chunked exports and parallel processing
Module 6: Real-Time and Incremental Migrations
Change Data Capture (CDC) and replication methods
Tools for real-time sync (e.g., AWS DMS, Debezium)
Handling lag, conflicts, and failovers
Switching production to the new database
Module 7: Post-Migration Validation and Testing
Verifying record counts and data integrity
Running checksum validations and hash comparisons
Functional testing of application queries
Performance benchmarking pre- and post-migration
Module 8: Security, Compliance & Optimization
Role and permission migration
Encryption in-transit and at-rest
Optimizing indexes and queries in the target system
Archiving logs and maintaining audit trails
Module 9: Migration Troubleshooting & Recovery
Diagnosing common issues (timeout errors, failed imports, broken schema)
Rollback and restore procedures
Logs and error tracking
Handling partial migrations and retry mechanisms
Module 10: Practice Exam & Capstone Project
Section A: Multiple choice questions on migration theory
Section B: Command-line and SQL scenario questions
Section C: Case-based assessment (planning a real-world migration)
Capstone Task: Simulate a migration (schema + data) and document the process
Exam Format and Information
Certification name – Certificate in Database Migration
Exam duration – 60 minutes
Exam type - Multiple Choice Questions
Eligibility / pre-requisite - None
Exam language - English
Exam format - Online
Passing score - 25
Exam Fees - INR 1199
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