Chapter covers Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL. AZ-900 tests under 2.4.
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A simple way to picture Azure Database for MySQL and PostgreSQL
Running a database requires setup and maintenance. Azure Database for MySQL/PostgreSQL handles that: open-source databases, fully managed by Azure.
Managed relational databases using open-source MySQL or PostgreSQL engines. Azure handles patching, backups, and infrastructure; customers focus on data and applications.
Create a database server
A managed MySQL or PostgreSQL server is provisioned.
Create databases
Databases are created on the server.
Connect applications
Applications connect and use the database.
An organization using MySQL migrates to Azure's managed version, eliminating server maintenance.
Objective 2.4 expects understanding of these as managed relational options.
Managed MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
Azure handles infrastructure and maintenance.
Suitable for relational data.
Managed relational databases using open-source engines, with Azure handling infrastructure, patching, and backups.
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