Managed Databases

Managed databases are cloud-based database services where a cloud provider handles administrative tasks such as provisioning, scaling, backups, patching, and monitoring. This allows developers to focus on application development rather than database management. Examples include Amazon RDS, Google Cloud SQL, and Azure SQL Database.

Also known as: Database-as-a-Service, DBaaS, Cloud Databases, Managed DB, Hosted Databases

Why learn Managed Databases?

Developers should use managed databases when they need to reduce operational overhead, ensure high availability, and scale databases easily without deep expertise in database administration. They are ideal for startups, web applications, and enterprises looking to offload database maintenance to focus on core business logic.

Learning Resources

• docs: AWS RDS Documentation
• tutorial: Google Cloud SQL Tutorial
• docs: Azure SQL Database Overview
• video: Managed Databases Explained (YouTube)
• course: Database as a Service (DBaaS) Course on Coursera