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Migrating from AWS RDS to Aurora: A Step-by-Step Guide

Migrating from AWS RDS to Aurora: A Step-by-Step Guide

Migrating your database from AWS RDS to Aurora can offer performance improvements, cost-efficiency, and enhanced features. In this guide, we'll walk through the steps to make this migration as smooth as possible.

Pre-requisites

  • AWS Account
  • Existing RDS instance
  • AWS CLI installed and configured

Step 1: Backup Your RDS Instance

Before making any changes, it's crucial to backup your existing RDS instance.

aws rds create-db-snapshot --db-instance-identifier [Your RDS Instance Name] --db-snapshot-identifier [Snapshot Name]

Step 2: Create an Aurora Replica

Create an Aurora replica of your RDS instance.

aws rds create-db-cluster --engine aurora --replication-source-identifier [Your RDS Instance ARN]

Step 3: Promote Aurora Replica

Once the replica is in sync, promote it to become a standalone Aurora cluster.

aws rds promote-read-replica-db-cluster --db-cluster-identifier [Your Aurora Cluster ID]

Step 4: Update Connection Strings

Update your application's database connection strings to point to the new Aurora instance.

Step 5: Test and Monitor

Thoroughly test the new Aurora instance to ensure it meets your performance and reliability requirements.

Conclusion

Migrating from AWS RDS to Aurora can offer numerous benefits. By following this guide, you can ensure a smooth transition and make the most out of your new Aurora database.

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