Cloud computing has become a popular topic of discussion in recent years. Many organizations are considering the move to the cloud, but there are still some that hesitate due to compliance issues or other limitations. In such cases, adopting a hybrid cloud approach can be a viable solution.

A hybrid cloud approach involves keeping some of the data on-premise while expanding to the cloud with other data. This allows organizations to reduce risk and keep crucial data close to the business while gradually establishing cloud traction. One company that has identified the need for data distribution is PartitionDB.

PartitionDB provides a simple solution to partition a database and manage it as a single database, while the partitions can reside anywhere, whether on-premise or in the cloud. This natural hybrid cloud solution allows businesses to work exactly as before, while taking advantage of the benefits of the cloud.

Let’s take a look at an example that demonstrates how to distribute a database using PartitionDB. In this example, the operational data resides on-premise, while the non-operational data is stored in the cloud.

Step 1: Create a Gate

A Gate in PartitionDB is responsible for managing and controlling the distributed databases. It can be created as a separate database or integrated into the on-premise database. In this example, we will follow the second case of integrating the Gate into the operational database.

Step 2: Create a Database in the Cloud

Before we can distribute the database, we need to create a database in the cloud. This can be done using the appropriate commands in PartitionDB. Once the cloud database is created, we are ready to proceed.

Step 3: Distribute the Database

Now that the Gate and the cloud database are set up, we can start distributing the database. PartitionDB allows us to distribute any object, such as tables, stored procedures, views, etc. In this example, let’s focus on distributing a table.

To move a table to the cloud, we simply need to execute a command that specifies the Gate name, schema name, table name, and the target database name. This command will move the table to the cloud database, while keeping the rest of the database on-premise.

Step 4: Take Advantage of the Hybrid Environment

With the database distributed, we can now take advantage of the hybrid environment. The beauty of PartitionDB is that there is no need to change your existing code. You can continue running queries and performing operations as before, even if the data is spread across both the on-premise and cloud databases.

For example, you can run queries that involve tables from both databases, just like you would if they were located in the same database. This allows for seamless integration and utilization of the hybrid cloud solution.

In conclusion, adopting a hybrid cloud approach with SQL Server can be a practical solution for organizations that are hesitant to fully move to the cloud. PartitionDB provides a simple and efficient way to distribute databases, allowing businesses to take advantage of the benefits of the cloud while keeping critical data close to the business.

In the next article, we will explore cross-hybrid solutions, including distributing a database between multiple machines and even between different clouds. Stay tuned!

For more information about PartitionDB, visit their website at www.partitiondb.com.