Dedicated to advancing database professionals
lotus photon was founded on a straightforward premise: database skills should be accessible and practical. Too many training programs focus on theory without connecting it to real-world application. We took a different approach.
Every curriculum we develop starts with the question: what will participants need to do on Monday morning? From that foundation, we build backward to ensure each concept taught directly supports professional competence.
Our instructors bring active industry experience to each session. They continue to work on production systems, consult for organizations, and stay current with PostgreSQL development. This means the techniques and patterns taught reflect current best practices, not outdated methodologies.
Three principles guide everything we do
Research consistently shows that hands-on practice produces better retention than passive learning. Our courses maintain a 60/40 ratio of exercises to instruction, ensuring participants actively engage with each concept before moving forward.
We limit class sizes to twelve participants maximum. This allows instructors to provide individual attention, answer questions thoroughly, and adjust pacing based on group progress. Everyone gets the support they need to succeed.
Exercises use realistic data patterns and common business scenarios. When participants return to work, they recognize similar challenges and can apply what they learned directly. No artificial examples that don't translate to actual work.
Experienced professionals committed to education
15 years in database architecture and education. Former lead DBA at a major Canadian financial institution.
Specializes in learning design for technical subjects. Masters in Educational Technology from University of Toronto.
PostgreSQL contributor and conference speaker. Consults for organizations across North America on complex migrations.
Manages corporate training partnerships. Background in IT management and organizational development.
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We review and update course materials quarterly based on three sources: student feedback, instructor observations, and PostgreSQL release notes. When the database evolves, our curriculum evolves with it.
Every participant receives a follow-up survey two weeks after course completion. We ask not just about satisfaction, but about application—were they able to use what they learned? Where did they struggle? This feedback directly shapes future iterations.
Our instructors participate in ongoing professional development, attending PostgreSQL conferences, contributing to documentation, and maintaining their own technical practices. Teaching is part of their work, not separate from it.