Teradata

Course Description: Teradata SQL and Data Management is a comprehensive course designed to equip participants with advanced skills in Teradata SQL querying and data management techniques. This course is structured into three modules, each focusing on different aspects of Teradata SQL and data protection. Module 1: Mastering Teradata SQL Module 1 provides a thorough understanding of Teradata SQL fundamentals and functions. In Lesson 1, "Teradata SQL," participants will explore data types, operators, DDL, DML, and DCL statements essential for database management. Lesson 2, "Teradata Functions," delves into string functions, casting, format functions, aggregation, and joins, empowering participants with advanced SQL querying capabilities. Module 2: Transactions and Data Protection Module 2 focuses on transactions and data protection mechanisms within Teradata. Lesson 1, "Working with Transactions," covers transaction management, locks, modes, and fallback tables. In Lesson 2, "Data Protection," participants will learn about clusters, journals (permanent, down AMP recovery, transient), cliques, hot standby nodes, and the data dictionary, ensuring robust data protection and recovery strategies. Module 3: Advanced SQL Techniques Module 3 delves into advanced SQL querying techniques and security measures in Teradata. In Lesson 1, "Advanced SQL Queries in Teradata," participants will master writing complex queries, query optimization techniques, advanced join techniques, and efficient handling of large datasets. Lesson 2, "Security and Access Management in Teradata," focuses on implementing data security measures, access rights management, audit, compliance, and real-world case studies. Learning Objectives: 1. Define: Identify and differentiate between various Teradata SQL statements and functions. 2. Explain: Describe the purpose and implementation of transactions, locks, and data protection mechanisms in Teradata. 3. Analyze: Evaluate advanced SQL querying techniques, optimization strategies, and data management practices in Teradata. 4. Apply: Utilize Teradata SQL and data management skills to write complex queries, optimize performance, and ensure data security and compliance. Target Audience: This course is designed for database administrators, data engineers, SQL developers, and anyone involved in Teradata SQL querying and data management. It is suitable for intermediate to advanced users seeking to enhance their skills in Teradata SQL querying, transaction management, data protection, and security measures.

Course Description: Performance Optimization and Utilities in Teradata is a comprehensive course aimed at enhancing participants' skills in optimizing database performance and utilizing Teradata utilities effectively. The course is divided into three modules, covering advanced database optimization techniques, Teradata utilities overview, and implementing Teradata solutions. Module 1: Database Optimization Techniques Module 1 focuses on advanced database objects and performance optimization strategies. In Lesson 1, "Advanced Database Objects and Performance Optimization," participants will explore views, macros, stored procedures, and temporary tables, learning how to leverage these objects for performance enhancement. Lesson 2, "Performance Tuning," dives into techniques such as collecting statistics, analyzing explain plans, troubleshooting spool space issues, and efficiently managing temporary tables. Module 2: Teradata Utilities Overview Module 2 provides an overview of essential Teradata utilities for data loading, extraction, and manipulation. In Lesson 1, "Teradata Utilities - FastLoad, MultiLoad, BTEQ," participants will learn how to use FastLoad for fast data loading, restart failed FastLoad jobs, utilize MultiLoad for bulk data operations, and leverage BTEQ for data import/export tasks. Lesson 2, "Teradata Utilities - FastExport, TPT," covers FastExport for efficient data export, Teradata Parallel Transporter (TPT) for enhanced data loading and unloading, and TPT Selector for data manipulation tasks. Module 3: Implementing Teradata Solutions Module 3 focuses on designing, implementing, and future-proofing Teradata solutions. In Lesson 1, "Designing and Implementing Teradata Solutions," participants will explore solution design best practices, implementation strategies, troubleshooting common issues, and real-world implementation examples. Lesson 2, "Future Trends in Teradata Technology," examines the evolution of Teradata, emerging technologies and trends, integration with other technologies, and strategies for preparing for future Teradata developments. Learning Objectives: 1. Define: Identify and explain advanced database objects and optimization techniques in Teradata. 2. Explain: Describe performance tuning techniques and Teradata utilities for efficient data management. 3. Analyze: Evaluate solution design principles, implementation best practices, and troubleshooting strategies in Teradata. 4. Apply: Utilize Teradata utilities effectively for data loading, extraction, and manipulation, and prepare for future trends in Teradata technology. Target Audience: This course is designed for database administrators, data engineers, solution architects, and anyone involved in optimizing database performance and utilizing Teradata utilities. It is suitable for intermediate to advanced users seeking to enhance their skills in performance optimization, database management, and future-proofing Teradata solutions.