AWS RDS: A Beginner’s Guide
Amazon RDS (Relational Database Services) is a powerful web service that streamlines the setup, operation, and scalability of relational databases within the AWS Cloud. Whether you’re building web applications, SaaS platforms, or diving into business analytics, RDS provides a robust foundation for your data needs. Key Components Database Engines: RDS supports various database engines, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, and Amazon Aurora. Choose the engine that best fits your application requirements. Automated Backups: RDS automatically backs up your database at specified intervals. You can restore to any point in time within your retention window. Monitoring and Metrics: RDS provides performance insights through Amazon CloudWatch with cases like monitoring CPU utilization, data storage, and query performances. Security and Encryption: RDS encrypts data at rest using keys managed by AWS Key Management Service (KMS). How It Works Database Creation: Create an RDS