NoSQL Foundations: Introduction to NoSQL

Struggling with rigid schemas and scaling limits of SQL? This course will teach you how to leverage NoSQL databases for unstructured data, scalability, and high-speed applications.

What you'll learn

Modern applications demand scalable data solutions, but rigid SQL schemas and vertical scaling often fall short. NoSQL databases address these gaps, but choosing the right type and trade-offs can be overwhelming. In this course, NoSQL Foundations: Introduction to NoSQL, you’ll gain the ability to select and apply the right NoSQL database for modern data challenges. First, you’ll explore why NoSQL emerged, including its role in solving high-volume, unstructured data problems. Next, you’ll discover how NoSQL differs from relational databases, from BASE consistency to horizontal scaling. Finally, you’ll learn how to evaluate categories like key-value, document, graph, and column databases for cost, performance, and use cases. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of NoSQL fundamentals needed to design scalable systems, optimize costs, and avoid pitfalls in database selection.