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Set Up a Redshift Cluster with Distributed Data

In this lab, we will learn how to design schemas and create tables and views. Then, we will analyze complex queries and see the importance of choosing the right distribution style and sort key.

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Level
Beginner
Last updated
Sep 24, 2025
Duration
45m

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Table of Contents
  1. Challenge

    Create a Redshift Cluster

    Launch the AWS management console, switch to Amazon Redshift service, and create a cluster.

  2. Challenge

    Create a Table and View

    Use a SQL statement and create a schema and two tables. Then, create a view to restrict access to specific data.

  3. Challenge

    Improve Query Performance with Distribution Style

    Use the SQL EXPLAIN statement to analyze the cost of executing a query with a “join” statement. Then, change the distribution style and the distribution key to see the performance improvement.

  4. Challenge

    Improve Query Performance with Sortkey

    Write a query that filters data using a specific column in the where clause. Use the SQL EXPLAIN statement to analyze the cost of executing it. Update the table to use this column as the sort key and re-run the query to see the performance improvement.

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