Who is this course for?

This course is designed for mid-level DBAs (3-7 years) wanting production mastery, senior DBAs building for cloud-native, SREs owning the database stack, and Oracle DBAs migrating to PostgreSQL. Three career tracks: Track 1 Core Operations (₹20K), Track 2 Production DBRE (₹35K), Track 3 Staff DBRE Mastery (₹55K).

What prerequisites do I need?

Basic SQL knowledge (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE) is required. Linux command line familiarity is helpful but not required—we provide Docker environments. All 3 tracks are cumulative—Track 2 includes Track 1, Track 3 includes both. 6 bonus prerequisite modules are included free.

How long does it take to complete?

Track 1 Core Operations: 4-6 weeks (study 4 projects)
Track 2 Production DBRE: 12 weeks (Track 1 + build SampleBank)
Track 3 Staff DBRE Mastery: 22 weeks (Track 2 + advanced modules)
Part-time (1-2 hours/day): 6-12 months

Is this course self-paced?

Yes, completely self-paced with lifetime access. You can start, pause, and resume anytime. All future updates are included at no extra cost.

What is SampleBank?

The course uses 5 real projects. In Track 1, you do hands-on practicals with ProductionDB (install, configure, backup, HA, failover, migrate, deploy to AWS) and study 3 BankForge production codebases (Core, DBA-Operations, AI). In Track 2, you build SampleBank v4.5 from scratch—a complete multi-tenant banking app with UPI, NEFT, loans, and compliance features. Not toy examples, real production work.

What version of PostgreSQL is covered?

We focus on PostgreSQL 17 and 18, but concepts apply to versions 12+. The upgrade module specifically covers migrating between major versions (16→18, etc.).

Are all three cloud platforms covered equally?

Yes. AWS RDS is covered in Track 1 (Module 7), while Azure Database for PostgreSQL (Module 32) and GCP Cloud SQL (Module 33) are bonus specialist modules. Each has dedicated labs, Terraform scripts, and production checklists.

What’s special about the Kubernetes module?

Module 22 is the most comprehensive Kubernetes PostgreSQL training available—38 hands-on labs covering: Zalando Postgres Operator, Bitnami Helm charts, storage management, networking (PgBouncer, NetworkPolicies), security (TLS, secrets), backup (WAL-G, Velero), observability, and troubleshooting.

Do I get the scripts and code?

Absolutely. You get 5,100+ files including 125 production automation scripts, Terraform configurations, Docker Compose files, Python data generators, Grafana dashboards, and the complete SampleBank application. Plus bonus modules covering 12 trending PostgreSQL extensions and complete migration labs for MySQL, SQL Server, and Oracle to PostgreSQL (with pgloader, ora2pg, sqlserver2pgsql). All copy-paste ready for your own projects.

What hardware do I need?

Minimum: 8GB RAM, 50GB free disk space, any modern CPU
Recommended: 16GB RAM, 100GB SSD, for Kubernetes labs
OS: Windows 10/11, macOS, or Linux—all supported via Docker

Do I need cloud accounts?

Most labs run locally with Docker. For cloud-specific modules (AWS RDS, Azure, GCP), free tier accounts work for all labs. We provide cost estimates and cleanup scripts to avoid charges.

Is Docker required?

Yes, Docker Desktop (or Docker Engine on Linux) is required for all labs. This ensures consistent environments regardless of your OS. We provide Docker Compose files for every technology stack.

What job roles can I get after this course?

Depending on which track you complete:
Track 1 Core Operations: Mid-Level DBA, Database Developer (₹18-30 LPA)
Track 2 Production DBRE: Senior DBA, DBRE, Platform Engineer (₹30-45 LPA)
Track 3 Staff DBRE Mastery: Staff Engineer, Principal DBA, Solutions Architect (₹50-65 LPA)

What salary can I expect?

In India (2025 estimates):
After Track 1: ₹18-30 LPA (Mid-Level DBA)
After Track 2: ₹30-45 LPA (Senior DBA / DBRE)
After Track 3: ₹50-65+ LPA (Staff Engineer / Principal)
International roles can be 2-3x higher.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes, you receive a completion certificate for each track. More importantly, you get a portfolio of real projects (SampleBank, scripts, dashboards) that demonstrate practical skills to employers.

Is there interview preparation?

Yes! Module 27 (Career Capstone) covers resume optimization, technical interview preparation (common questions, system design), salary negotiation strategies, and personal branding for senior roles.

How long do I have access?

Lifetime access. Once enrolled, you can access all materials forever. This includes all future updates and new modules added to the course.

What if I get stuck?

You have access to our community forum where instructors and fellow students help with questions. Every lab includes troubleshooting sections for common issues. Complex modules have detailed checklists and verification steps.

Is there a refund policy?

Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you’re not satisfied with the course quality, contact us within 30 days for a full refund—no questions asked.

Can my team enroll together?

Yes! We offer team licenses with volume discounts. Contact us for teams of 5+ for custom pricing, progress tracking, and dedicated support channels.