Azure Databases: Getting Started Tutorials

This section provides a comprehensive guide to various Azure database services. Learn how to provision, manage, and optimize your data solutions on Microsoft Azure.

Azure SQL Database

Azure SQL Database is a fully managed relational database service that supports scalable workloads. It's ideal for modern cloud applications.

Tutorial 1: Create and Connect to Azure SQL Database

1. Provision a SQL Database instance in the Azure portal.

2. Configure firewall rules to allow access from your IP address.

3. Connect using SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) or Azure Data Studio.

4. Create a sample table and insert some data.

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Azure Cosmos DB

Azure Cosmos DB is a globally distributed, multi-model database service. It offers unmatched throughput, low latency, and high availability.

Tutorial 1: Quickstart - Build a .NET Web App with Cosmos DB

1. Create a Cosmos DB account with the SQL API.

2. Set up a new .NET Core web application.

3. Integrate the Cosmos DB SDK to perform CRUD operations.

4. Deploy your application to Azure App Service.

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Tutorial 2: Working with Gremlin API for Graph Data

1. Provision a Cosmos DB account with the Gremlin API.

2. Learn basic Gremlin traversal language.

3. Import sample graph data and query it.

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Azure Database for PostgreSQL / MySQL / MariaDB

Managed open-source relational databases that provide compatibility with your existing PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MariaDB workloads.

Tutorial 1: Deploy and Manage a PostgreSQL Server

1. Create a managed PostgreSQL server instance.

2. Connect to your server using `psql` or other clients.

3. Set up database replication and high availability.

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Azure Cache for Redis

A fully managed, open-source Redis-compatible in-memory data store that provides high throughput and low latency.

Tutorial 1: Implement Caching for a Web Application

1. Provision an Azure Cache for Redis instance.

2. Integrate the Redis client library into your application.

3. Cache frequently accessed database query results.

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