Database Training in Matosinhos

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level database administrators and IT professionals seeking to acquire practical expertise in installing, configuring, securing, and maintaining Oracle Database 23ai.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Oracle Database 23ai.
• Manage database storage, users, and security settings.
• Optimise database performance using AI-driven automation.
• Implement backup and recovery strategies.
• Monitor and troubleshoot database performance issues.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or on-site) is designed for advanced system administrators aiming to enhance their proficiency in system management, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Configure and manage advanced user and group settings, including the implementation of user quotas and system-wide user environments.
• Use security auditing tools and configure sudo for controlled administrative access.
• Monitor and optimize system performance.
• Configure, analyze, and troubleshoot system logs.
• Develop and implement backup and recovery solutions.

Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager serves as a robust platform for managing and orchestrating virtualized server environments.

This instructor-led training session, available either online or onsite, is designed for intermediate-level professionals seeking to master Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager in preparation for the OLVMCA certification exam.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Install and configure Oracle Linux Virtualization Manager.
• Deploy and manage virtual machines and hosts.
• Configure networking, storage domains, and resource management settings.
• Prepare effectively for the OLVMCA certification examination.

Course Format

• Instructor explanations supported by practical demonstrations.
• Hands-on exercises that reinforce key configuration tasks.
• Real-lab scenarios for deploying and managing virtualized environments.

Course Customization Options

• For tailored content or organization-specific customization, please contact us to arrange a customized session.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or on-site) is designed for intermediate-level database administrators looking to manage and optimise complex, high-availability Oracle database environments.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Gain a thorough understanding of Oracle RAC architecture and Grid Infrastructure, covering installation, configuration, and management.
• Develop practical skills in managing Automatic Storage Management (ASM), including disk group management, instance tuning, and backup/recovery procedures.
• Learn advanced RAC performance tuning techniques, disaster recovery configurations, and best practices for achieving high availability.
• Acquire troubleshooting and diagnostic skills to resolve issues within RAC and Grid Infrastructure environments.
• Understand the process of patching and upgrading Oracle RAC and Grid Infrastructure while minimising downtime and maintaining system stability.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is designed for beginner-level database administrators who wish to manage backup and recovery tasks in Oracle Database 19c.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the fundamental concepts of backup and recovery in Oracle Database 19c, including its architecture and various failure modes.
• Acquire practical experience in configuring backup and recovery settings, such as the RMAN environment and the fast recovery area.
• Develop hands-on skills in executing diverse backup and recovery operations, including full, incremental, and point-in-time recovery.
• Learn to leverage Oracle's Flashback technology for efficient database recovery and to manage disaster recovery scenarios.
• Implement best practices for backup, recovery, and disaster recovery to ensure data availability and reduce downtime in Oracle Database 19c.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level developers and database administrators who wish to learn PL/SQL to automate database tasks, implement business logic, and develop robust database applications.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Develop efficient PL/SQL programs to automate database operations and integrate SQL commands effectively.
• Create reusable program units, including procedures, functions, packages, and triggers, for modular and scalable applications.
• Implement advanced data structures like associative arrays and manage query results using cursors.
• Handle errors robustly and secure code with encryption, obfuscation, and conditional compilation techniques.
• Apply PL/SQL in real-world scenarios, leveraging built-in packages for file handling, email automation, and other advanced functionalities.

Oracle Database 19c serves as a multi-model database, offering comprehensive support for both relational and non-relational data formats.

This instructor-led live training, available either online or on-site, is designed for system and database administrators with intermediate proficiency. The course equips participants with the skills to administer, monitor, secure, back up, and recover Oracle Database 19c within Standard Edition 2 environments, while also guiding them in planning a structured migration path from version 11g to 19c.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Setting up the necessary environment and executing clean installations and configurations of Oracle Database 19c SE2.
• Describing key Oracle infrastructure components, such as the SGA, PGA, Shared Pool, Database Buffer Cache, and Redo mechanisms.
• Utilising administration tools like Enterprise Manager (EM Express) and SQL Developer for routine operational tasks.
• Applying storage management best practices for tablespaces, datafiles, and segment space allocation.
• Enhancing database security and maintaining hardened configurations through user management, roles, privileges, profiles, and auditing.
• Designing and implementing RMAN-based backup and recovery strategies that align with defined RTO and RPO objectives.
• Monitoring system performance and troubleshooting issues using dynamic performance views, SQL tracing, and execution plans.
• Planning and executing the transition from version 11g to 19c using approved upgrade paths and tools.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Numerous exercises and practical practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Course Customisation Options

• For those interested in a bespoke training solution for this course, please contact us to discuss arrangements.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level cloud and DevOps engineers who wish to enhance cloud observability with Grafana and Prometheus.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the benefits of integrating Grafana and Prometheus with cloud platforms.
• Set up Prometheus for monitoring cloud-based resources.
• Configure Grafana for visualizing cloud service metrics.
• Leverage cloud-native tools and integrations for monitoring scalability.

Greenplum is an open-source massively parallel data platform built on PostgreSQL, designed for advanced analytics and large-scale data warehousing.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level administrators who want to effectively install, configure, and manage Greenplum environments, including handling system updates and libraries.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure a production-ready Greenplum cluster.
• Manage system updates and safely apply patches.
• Handle Greenplum library management for analytics and extensions.
• Troubleshoot and monitor Greenplum systems.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Hands-on use of Greenplum in a controlled lab environment.
• Guided exercises focused on cluster setup, upgrade workflows, and system extensions.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course based on your environment or data platform, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level DevOps and SRE professionals aiming to create impactful dashboards and optimize their monitoring practices using Grafana and Prometheus.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Grasping best practices for designing effective dashboards.
• Creating and configuring advanced Grafana dashboard components.
• Utilizing Grafana templating to produce dynamic and reusable dashboards.
• Implementing alerting mechanisms to boost operational awareness.

Oracle Database 19c represents the long-term support release of Oracle's flagship database platform, engineered to provide high performance, scalability, and reliability for enterprise workloads.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is designed for beginner to intermediate database administrators and IT professionals seeking to effectively install, configure, and manage Oracle Database 19c SE2 environments.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Comprehend the architecture of Oracle Database 19c SE2 and its core components.
• Install and configure Oracle Database 19c SE2 on supported platforms.
• Execute essential administrative tasks, including backup, recovery, and security management.
• Enhance database performance and monitor system health using Oracle tools.
• Plan and implement migrations from earlier Oracle Database versions to 19c.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Numerous exercises and practical practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange details.

A database constitutes a structured system designed for the efficient storage, management, and retrieval of data. This course introduces participants to the foundational principles of database systems, placing particular emphasis on relational database models, data normalization techniques, and SQL-based querying methods.

This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is tailored for intermediate-level IT professionals seeking to grasp database management concepts, with a specific focus on relational database models, while acquiring practical skills in database operations.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Comprehending database concepts and relational database models.
• Designing simple data models and understanding normalization principles.
• Utilizing fundamental SQL queries to retrieve, insert, and update data.
• Grasping key concepts related to database administration and security.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request customized training for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level system administrators and DevOps engineers who wish to develop core monitoring skills using Grafana and Prometheus.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose and importance of monitoring in IT environments.
• Install and configure Grafana and Prometheus for basic monitoring tasks.
• Create simple dashboards and alerts to visualize system performance.
• Apply best practices for monitoring system availability and performance.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level database administrators, network engineers, and IT professionals who wish to optimize database performance, scalability, and reliability using Spine-Leaf architecture with VXLAN.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Grasp the Spine-Leaf network topology and its advantages.
• Deploy VXLAN for scalable and efficient database networking.
• Optimize database workloads across distributed data centre environments.
• Implement Spine-Leaf architecture in both cloud and on-premises data centres.
• Strengthen network security, redundancy, and fault tolerance for database environments.
• Automate network configurations for database management using Python and Ansible.

SQL Tuning in Oracle Database 19c involves enhancing SQL performance through the application of analysis, statistical data, and optimization strategies.

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is designed for intermediate Oracle professionals seeking to understand and implement SQL tuning techniques for Oracle Database 19c to enhance query execution and overall database efficiency.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Interpreting execution plans to identify performance bottlenecks.
• Applying Oracle tuning tools such as AWR, ADDM, and the SQL Tuning Advisor.
• Utilizing indexes, hints, and statistics to optimize queries.
• Diagnosing and resolving inefficient SQL statements in practical environments.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Practical application of Oracle tuning tools and SQL queries.
• Guided exercises focused on real-world tuning scenarios and performance analysis.

Course Customization Options

• For customized training tailored to your specific system or business queries, please contact us to make arrangements.

Oracle Database 23ai represents the most recent long-term release, prioritising developer productivity and integrating built-in AI capabilities. Key enhancements include AI Vector Search, advancements in JSON and relational duality, support for async and pipelining drivers, SQL and PL/SQL improvements, and novel operational features designed to support modern application development and AI-driven workloads.

This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is tailored for developers with intermediate-level skills. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge to utilise the new 23ai features in real-world development scenarios, thereby achieving a basic to intermediate competency level.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Articulate the principal developer-focused features introduced in Oracle Database 23ai and determine appropriate use cases.
• Implement AI Vector Search and new JSON/relational capabilities within sample applications.
• Utilise async and pipelining driver functionalities to optimise client-server workflows and enhance throughput.
• Apply practical methods for testing, debugging, and deploying application code based on 23ai within development environments.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures combined with targeted demonstrations.
• Practical hands-on labs utilising Oracle Database 23ai Free and essential developer tools.
• Guided exercises featuring sample Java/Quarkus and front-end examples.

Course Customisation Options

• For a bespoke version of this course—such as focusing on specific language stacks, deepening PL/SQL content, or adding extra labs—please contact us to make arrangements.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) is targeted at intermediate-level IT professionals seeking to learn how to design, implement, and manage relational databases, as well as how to query and manipulate data using SQL.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of database design.
• Learn to create and manage relational databases.
• Gain proficiency in writing SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data.
• Understand advanced SQL concepts and techniques.
• Develop skills to optimise and maintain databases.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) targets intermediate-level developers and administrators looking to capitalize on the new features and improvements introduced in PostgreSQL 16.

By the conclusion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Comprehending the architecture and components of PostgreSQL 16.
• Utilizing advanced SQL functionalities and PostgreSQL extensions.
• Implementing security best practices and managing access controls.
• Carrying out database administration duties, including backup, recovery, and monitoring.
• Optimizing database performance via tuning and indexing methods.
• Employing PostgreSQL's native tools for high availability and replication.
• Integrating PostgreSQL with modern application development frameworks.

Designed for Database Administrators and Architects seeking to optimize PostgreSQL performance, this training demonstrates how to log slow workloads and identify potential query bottlenecks. It also addresses the critical parameters that require tuning to achieve optimal efficiency.

This training program is tailored for Database Administrators and Architects seeking to master the tools and techniques required to implement effective backups, high availability, and database security within PostgreSQL.
Participants will also acquire the skills necessary to identify slow queries, monitor database performance, and optimize PostgreSQL settings for enhanced efficiency.

Automate workflows and develop robust desktop applications using VBA across Microsoft Excel and Access. This comprehensive VBA training covers programming fundamentals, object-oriented coding, SQL database design, user interface development, debugging techniques, error handling, and advanced Excel analysis routines through practical exercises — empowering analysts, financial professionals, and developers to eliminate manual tasks and unlock advanced data management and reporting capabilities.

Participants will develop a solid understanding of several advanced Transact SQL capabilities, alongside gaining the ability to perform the following tasks:

• Employ queries to retrieve complex result sets
• Manage database objects to enhance query performance
• Optimize queries for greater efficiency

This course is designed for individuals who currently utilise Transact SQL to extract data from a Microsoft SQL Server database and wish to broaden their expertise, particularly regarding data analysis and improving query speed.

This SQL training course is designed for individuals seeking to acquire the essential skills required to extract and analyze data from any database, as well as to generate comprehensive reports. Participants will learn:

• how to write SQL queries
• what relational databases are and how they can be utilized
• the concept of relations and how to establish them
• the structure of data
• differences between SQL dialects (Oracle, T-SQL, ANSI)
• practical skills for writing queries

This SQL course covers generic ANSI SQL. It can be used in any database, including Oracle, MySQL, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, DB2, Informix, PostgreSQL or any other relational databases.

This course provides an introduction to Cassandra, a widely used NoSQL database. Participants will explore Cassandra's core principles, architecture, and data model. Through hands-on, interactive labs, students will master data modeling using CQL (Cassandra Query Language). The session also delves into Cassandra internals and key administrative topics.

CockroachDB is an open-source distributed SQL database engineered for resilience and data locality. It serves as a replacement for proprietary global databases such as Google Spanner, while allowing organisations to retain full control over their infrastructure. This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) is designed for advanced database engineers and architects who aim to utilise CockroachDB to replace proprietary global SQL databases.

This instructor-led, live training in Matosinhos (online or onsite) targets database administrators and developers looking to migrate from proprietary databases to the open-source PostgreSQL platform.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to assess readiness for database migration, plan and execute schema migration strategies, migrate data using appropriate tools, and manage application code conversion.

This instructor-led live training, conducted Matosinhos (either online or onsite), is designed for developers and system administrators who intend to utilize Hazelcast for processing distributed data structures and optimizing application performance.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure Hazelcast to start creating and managing a cluster.
• Create a cluster for initiating automatic discovery of multiple processes.
• Set up Management Center for cluster connections and monitoring.
• Develop applications and deploy them through the Hazelcast cluster.

In this instructor-led, live training session in Matosinhos, participants will learn how to install, configure, and manage MariaDB to achieve high availability and performance. The curriculum also covers backup and recovery, security, and clustering.

This course is designed for database administrators.

It explores high-availability solutions utilizing the Galera Cluster.

You will master the fundamentals of Galera technology, along with advanced topics and practical insights into configuring, optimizing, and managing a Galera Cluster.

This practical course emphasises the hands-on approach to performance tuning within PostgreSQL. Participants will gain the skills to analyse query execution, refine indexing strategies, tweak memory and system settings, and effectively monitor workloads. Through real-world scenarios and live exercises, learners will discover how to pinpoint and resolve bottlenecks at both the database and system levels.