Mastering SQL Querying: A Fundamental Guide to Structured Data Manipulation

Details

This course offers a hands-on experience in SQL, covering the fundamentals of querying databases, understanding data types, working with functions, and utilizing best practices in database management.

Target Group

Target Group :

• Database administrators and developers
• Data analysts and business intelligence professionals
• IT professionals looking to enhance SQL skills
• Students studying computer science or related fields

Goals

• Grasp the core concepts of relational databases and SQL.
• Develop the ability to write effective SQL queries for data retrieval.
• Understand and utilize various SQL functions and clauses.
• Ensure data integrity and security through proper SQL techniques.
• Apply best practices in real-world SQL querying scenarios.

Target Competencies

• SQL querying and data manipulation
• Understanding of relational database concepts
• Application of SQL functions and data types
• Implementation of database integrity and security
• Real-world problem-solving using SQL

Outlines

Introduction to SQL and Relational Databases 

• Understanding relational databases and SQL's role
• Exploring common database management systems (DBMS)
• Introduction to SQL syntax and structure
• Working with database objects (tables, views, etc.)
• Setting up a development environment (tools and software)

Querying Data with SELECT Statements

• Writing basic SELECT statements
• Utilizing WHERE clause for filtering data
• Sorting results with the ORDER BY clause
• Implementing aggregate functions (SUM, AVG, COUNT, etc.)
• Using JOIN operations to combine tables