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What is a Database Administrator and What Do They Do All Day?

Tech Republic Big Data

A DBA is a technician skilled in SQL and very large databases who is responsible for managing database software, backup and recovery processes, data security, and storage and capacity planning.

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Free Courses at Linux Academy — October 2019

Linux Academy

Database Administration and SQL Language Basics -In this course, we will be using MySQL to learn about administering a database, as well as the basics of the SQL language. We will also cover the different data types that are allowed in MySQL, and discuss user access and privileges. Big Data Essentials.

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