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AWS database management

• Build a data lake in AWS for analytics success

  It can feel overwhelming to migrate data to AWS for analysis. But, while there are challenges, Quick Start guides and services like Snowball and Glue ease the process.  Continue Reading

• DynamoDB features recharge AWS database service

  Developers who got sick of AWS' roundabout backup method for DynamoDB can breathe a sigh of relief. Backup and Restore, as well as Global Tables, eliminate cumbersome processes.  Continue Reading

• Aurora Serverless leads next wave of cloud database features

  IT teams face a notoriously difficult task when it comes to database scaling and management. New Amazon Aurora features can ease some of these woes and potentially reduce costs.  Continue Reading

• Troubleshoot common Amazon EBS performance issues

  Having EBS trouble? You're not alone. Use these troubleshooting tips to work through common EBS issues, such as stuck volumes and slow performance.  Continue Reading

• Amazon DAX manages database spikes for improved performance

  The DynamoDB Accelerator reduces database latency without tacking on a separate cache. While the service has some early limitations, DAX benefits enterprises with real-time apps.  Continue Reading

• Compare AWS data management services to Google, Microsoft

  AWS data management encompasses a long list of services that compete with Google and Azure, but it still could improve data security, governance and other features.  Continue Reading

• Compare, contrast AWS storage management options

  When it comes to AWS storage management for high-performance applications, EBS Elastic Volumes and Elastic File System each have separate advantages.  Continue Reading

• Close the loop on the AWS data management gap

  Not all tools are effective in managing data across disparate sources. IT teams must take new approaches to data management to avoid getting tangled up in integration issues.  Continue Reading

• Use Amazon ElastiCache to preserve database performance

  Amazon ElastiCache enables developers to choose between Memcached or Redis for a caching engine, depending on the complexity of the data structures.  Continue Reading

• AWS Lambda functions have storage capacity, longevity limitations

  AWS Lambda's high scalability can serve as a limitation, as data can be lost if too much strain is placed on the data store. These methods can work around Lambda memory limitations.  Continue Reading

• Overcome legacy DynamoDB limits with a hot migration

  Performing a hot migration in DynamoDB can be a stressful but often necessary process. Here are the steps to upgrade tables without causing downtime or service interruptions.  Continue Reading

• Identify CloudWatch metrics for real-time application monitoring

  IT teams running real-time apps on AWS must monitor application health and performance. Amazon CloudWatch is a useful tool for monitoring SQS, Kinesis and Lambda.  Continue Reading

• Go beyond best practices with AWS data replication

  Data replication ensures resources are consistently available; replicating data to a separate repository further accelerates recovery. AWS provides these data repository options.  Continue Reading

• Tailor AWS storage options to enterprise data needs

  How IT teams store data in the cloud can affect performance, costs and security. Identify your needs to choose the right AWS storage service.  Continue Reading

• Amazon Redshift review reveals quirks, frustrations

  The Amazon Redshift data warehouse earns positive reviews for its performance capabilities, but reviewers want more from the big data service.  Continue Reading