Course Outline

Introduction to Greenplum for Government

  • Overview of Massively Parallel Processing (MPP) databases and the architecture of Greenplum
  • Key differences between Greenplum and PostgreSQL
  • Use cases and integration scenarios relevant to public sector operations

Planning and Preparing for Installation for Government

  • System requirements and prerequisites for government agencies
  • Cluster topology and networking considerations for secure and efficient deployment
  • Disk configuration and performance best practices to ensure optimal system operation

Greenplum Installation for Government

  • Installing Greenplum Database on Linux systems within government environments
  • Configuring master and segment instances to meet agency-specific needs
  • Initializing the cluster and verifying installation to ensure readiness for operational use

Greenplum Administration Basics for Government

  • Utilizing core utilities such as gpstart, gpstop, gprecoverseg, and others for effective system management
  • Working with the Greenplum Command Center to monitor and manage database performance
  • Managing user roles, resource queues, and workload to optimize system efficiency and security

System Updates and Patching for Government

  • Understanding Greenplum versioning and its implications for government systems
  • Implementing safe patching strategies and scheduling maintenance windows to minimize disruption
  • Performing rolling upgrades and considering backup procedures to ensure data integrity

Library and Extension Management for Government

  • Using and managing programming languages such as PL/Java, PL/Python, and other libraries in a government context
  • Installing extensions using gpkg and the CREATE EXTENSION command to enhance functionality
  • Managing dependencies and updates to ensure ongoing compatibility and security

Monitoring, Logging, and Troubleshooting for Government

  • Utilizing performance monitoring tools and metrics to track system health and efficiency
  • Interpreting logs and diagnosing errors to resolve issues promptly
  • Addressing common issues and implementing resolution strategies to maintain system reliability

Summary and Next Steps for Government

Requirements

  • A comprehensive understanding of database concepts and Structured Query Language (SQL)
  • Practical experience with Linux system administration
  • Familiarity with PostgreSQL is beneficial

Audience for Government

  • Database Administrators
  • System Administrators
  • DevOps and Platform Engineers
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