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The database is hosted on a production-grade solution |
Hosting the database on a production-grade solution ensures data integrity, security, and high availability.
- Scalability and Performance: Enable automatic scaling to handle varying workloads without performance degradation. Configure performance parameters and use features like read replicas and indexing to optimise query performance. Use caching solutions like Redis or Memcached to reduce database load for frequently accessed data.
- High Availability and Fault Tolerance: Configure multi-AZ (Availability Zone) deployments to ensure high availability and fault tolerance. Set up database clustering or failover mechanisms to minimise downtime during maintenance or unexpected issues.
- Security: Enable encryption at rest and in transit to protect sensitive data. Use network security features like VPCs, subnetting, and security groups to restrict access to the database. Regularly audit access logs and database activities to detect and respond to security incidents.
- Monitoring and Logging: se cloud-native monitoring tools to track database performance, query execution times, and resource utilisation. Set up alerts for critical metrics like CPU usage, disk space, query performance, and connection counts. Enable logging for queries, transactions, and access to help diagnose issues and maintain accountability.
- Regular Maintenance: Apply critical security patches and updates promptly. Plan and schedule maintenance windows to minimise the impact on users and business operations.
- Documentation and Compliance: Document the database architecture, configuration, backup procedures, and security policies. Ensure that the database setup and management comply with relevant standards and regulations, such as GDPR or HIPAA.
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