Professional training – Databases

Time-Series Databases

Time-Series Databases in 6 focused hours: Time-series data model, InfluxDB and TimescaleDB compared and Retention & downsampling – practical, with exercises and templates for your daily work.

Duration
6 hours, one session
Level
Intermediate
Format
Online or on-site
Language
German or English
Certificate
Certificate of attendance

Overview

“Time-Series Databases” is a compact live course in the field of Databases. It centres on Time-series data model, InfluxDB and TimescaleDB compared and Retention & downsampling – explained with realistic examples and deepened in exercises you can transfer straight to your daily work.

Databases hold the data that business processes depend on. Whether relational systems such as SQL Server and PostgreSQL or NoSQL solutions such as MongoDB, Redis and Neo4j, those who design them cleanly, query them efficiently and run them reliably avoid costly outages and bottlenecks. Our courses give developers, analysts and administrators exactly the knowledge they need in daily work. Each course lasts one day, takes place online or on site, and is built around exercises in a provided database environment with realistic sample data, so you can apply what you learn immediately.

The course is delivered live – either online in a virtual classroom or on-site in our training rooms in Munich, Salzburg, Berlin, Augsburg, Hanover, Bremen, Stuttgart and Kaiserslautern. We can also run it exclusively for your team.

Focus areas of the course

Time-series data modelInfluxDB and TimescaleDB comparedRetention & downsamplingQueries over time windowsIoT and monitoring use casesVisualization with Grafana

Who is this course for?

  • Database administrators and system engineers
  • Software developers and backend teams
  • Data analysts and BI staff
  • IT architects and technical project leads

What you will be able to do

  • You know the key topics of Time-Series Databases – Time-series data model, InfluxDB and TimescaleDB compared, Retention & downsampling, Queries over time windows, IoT and monitoring use cases and Visualization with Grafana – and can apply them in practice.
  • You explain the concepts of Time-Series Databases and choose suitable structures.
  • You write queries and changes confidently and traceably.
  • You identify performance problems and derive targeted measures.
  • You protect data and plan backup and recovery for Time-Series Databases.

Course outline

Module 1 Fundamentals and architecture of Time-Series Databases
  • Positioning Time-Series Databases and typical use cases
  • Data model, storage and architectural building blocks
  • Installation, tools and first connection
  • Differences from related database systems
Module 2 Focus areas: Time-Series Databases
  • Time-series data model
  • InfluxDB and TimescaleDB compared
  • Retention & downsampling
  • Queries over time windows
  • IoT and monitoring use cases
  • Visualization with Grafana
Module 3 Hands-on: creating, querying and changing data
  • Defining structures and data types sensibly
  • Writing queries and verifying results
  • Changing data, transactions and consistency
  • Recognizing and avoiding typical sources of error
Module 4 Performance, security and operations
  • Reading and evaluating indexes and execution plans
  • Assigning users, roles and permissions
  • Backup, restore and high availability
  • Monitoring and everyday maintenance tasks
Module 5 Use in projects and transfer
  • Making design decisions for your own project
  • Connecting applications and interfaces
  • Do's and don'ts from project practice with Time-Series Databases
  • Further topics and learning paths
Module 6 Transfer to your daily work
  • Exercise based on a realistic case
  • Typical mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Checklist and templates to take away
  • Open questions, outlook and resources for further learning

Prerequisites

General IT understanding is enough for introductory courses. For advanced and administration courses we expect SQL basics or experience with the respective system. Basic knowledge of the topic is helpful.

Technical requirements

Laptop with a current browser; we provide the database environment with sample data and client tools.

Dates & locations

For every location we suggest a date roughly four weeks ahead. Your preferred date is always possible.

  • Munich Wed, 16 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Salzburg Fri, 11 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Berlin Thu, 10 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Augsburg Mon, 14 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Hanover Tue, 15 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Bremen Tue, 15 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Stuttgart Wed, 16 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Kaiserslautern Tue, 15 December 2026 6 hrs Request
  • Online Wed, 16 December 2026 6 hrs Request

Frequently asked questions

Do we work with real data in Time-Series Databases?

We use realistic, fully synthetic sample data, so you can practice close to real life without data protection risks. For group bookings we can add case studies from your industry, without needing any access to your production data.

Which role is Time-Series Databases suited for?

Depending on its focus, for developers, administrators or analysts. The focus topics show whether the course leans towards queries and design or towards operations and security. If you are unsure, we advise you beforehand on the right starting level.

How much does “Time-Series Databases” cost?

The course costs a flat €949 plus VAT per participant – whether online or on-site. This includes 6 hours of live training with a trainer, course materials, a lab environment and a certificate of attendance.

Can I suggest my own date?

Yes. For every location we suggest a date roughly four weeks ahead. In the request form you can always describe your preferred date or period in free text – we check availability and get back to you within one working day.

Is the course online or on-site?

Both are possible: live online in a virtual classroom or on-site in Munich, Salzburg, Berlin, Augsburg, Hanover, Bremen, Stuttgart and Kaiserslautern. We can also run the course exclusively for your team.

Can the course be tailored to our team?

Yes. Tailor-made courses cost approx. €4,500 more, depending on the topic and by arrangement. We agree content, examples and exercises with you in advance.

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