Introduction to SQL E-Learning

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Why choose this course?

SQL (Structured Query Language) is one of the most widely used database management languages in the world. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to SQL, teaching you how to build, manage and analyse relational databases.

With the knowledge gained, you will be able to:

• Design and manage databases using SQL as a core technology.
• Run complex queries to gain useful insights from large datasets.
• Gain practical experience with different database management systems (DBMS).
• Learn the basics of database theory and design so that you can confidently create and optimise databases.

What you will learn in this course:

• SQL architecture: Understand the structure and operation of SQL.
• Database theory: Learn about relational data models and the basics of database design.
• Query construction: Create, read, update and delete data (CRUD operations) within relational databases.
• SQL data manipulation: Use functions, joins and subqueries to analyse data effectively.
• Management and security: Master database management and security best practices.

Who should participate?

This course is perfect for:

• IT professionals who want to expand their skills with knowledge of databases and SQL.
• Data analysts who want to understand how to collect and analyse useful data with SQL.
• Developers and programmers who want to integrate relational databases into their applications.
• Beginners who have no previous experience with databases but want to build a strong foundation in SQL.

Course content

SQL Database in a Nutshell

Course: 1 Hour

• Course Introduction
• Introduction to the Database Concept
• The Relation of Data and the Various Databases
• Variations of Query
• Dissecting the Code behind Structured Query Language
• Introduction to the SQL Syntax
• Understanding Data Types
• Ready to Create a Database

Playing with Tables

Course: 59 Minutes

• How to Create a Table
• Tables by Example
• Adding Data Using INSERT Statement
• Creating More Complex Tables
• Changing an Existing Table
• Deleting an Existing Table
• Quick Peek Using SELECT Statement
• Learning the NULL Statement
• Why use DEFAULT?

Managing Data the SQL Way

Course: 49 Minutes

• SELECT in More Detail
• Selecting Data from More Than One Table
• Query Your Data Types in SQL
• Deleting a Record Using a DELETE Query
• Introduction to Using UPDATE
• Ordering Results with ORDER BY
• Filter Results with WHERE Clause
• Use Case Example Using Data Management Components

Practice: Basics of SQL

Course: 5 Minutes

• Exercise: SQL Main Components and Why They're Used

Creating Tables

Course: 18 Minutes

• Course Introduction
• The PRIMARY KEY Rules
• Using CREATE TABLE with PRIMARY KEY Constraint
• Using ALTER TABLE with a PRIMARY KEY Constraint

Using ALTER to Rewrite Data

Course: 18 Minutes

• Table Altering
• ALTER and CHANGE
• DROP COLUMN Introduction
• Using DROP COLUMN, ALTER, and CHANGE in SQL

Manipulating Data Using SQL Arithmetic

Course: 8 Minutes

• Basic Math Operators and Functions
• Understanding Rounding Numbers in SQL

Grouping and Aggregating Data Using SQL

Course: 31 Minutes

• Using MIN and MAX in SQL
• AVG and GROUP BY
• Limit Results Using LIMIT and SELECT DISTINCT
• Use Case Example Using SQL Arithmetic and Grouping

Introducing String Functions

Course: 33 Minutes

• Introduction to SUBSTRING() Function
• LENGTH() Function
• REVERSE() Function
• TRIM() Function
• Date Functions
• SOUNDEX() and DIFFERENCE() Functions
• Putting String Functions Together

Practice: Managing Data with SQL

Course: 7 Minutes

• Exercise: Recognizing SQL Data Processes

Multi-table Database Architecture in SQL

Course: 48 Minutes

• Course Introduction
• Introduction to Multi-Table Architecture
• Connecting Tables Together
• Creating Tables with a FOREIGN KEY
• Patterns of Data in SQL
• SQL Composite Keys Using Multiple Values
• Functional Dependencies
• Use Case Example Using Functional Dependencies

SQL Joins and Multi-table Operations

Course: 31 Minutes

• INNER JOINs – An Introduction
• EQUI JOINs and NON-EQUI JOINs
• OUTER JOINs
• Multiple Conditions Using Multiple JOINs
• UNION Operator and Combining Results

Subquery – Queries Inside of More Queries

Course: 57 Minutes

• Introduction to Subquery
• Using query as a SELECT Column
• Correlated and Noncorrelated Queries
• Example of a Query with a Natural Join
• Using IN, NOT IN in SQL
• Correlated Query with EXISTS and NOT EXISTS
• Using HAVING Clause with Queries
• Using Queries with the UPDATE Statement
• Using Queries with INSERT Statement
• Using Queries with DELETE FROM Statement

Look at Advanced Queries in SQL

Course: 17 Minutes

• Working with Difficult Queries
• Tips for Efficient Queries

Practice: Multi-tables, Joins, and Advanced Queries

Course: 6 Minutes

• Exercise: Multilevel Architecture with a Twist

The Big Picture

Course: 39 Minutes

• Course Introduction
• Introduction to Views
• Creating a View
• Types of Views in SQL
• Updating Views in SQL
• Dropping Views

Grouping Statements Using Transactions

Course: 58 Minutes

• Introducing Transactions
• Describing ACID Transactions
• Use Case Transactional Data
• Defining ROLLBACK Statement
• Defining COMMIT Statement
• Using ROLLBACK and COMMIT Statements in SQL
• Introduction to Transact-SQL
• Operational Transaction Logs

Implementing Transactions with Locks

Course: 40 Minutes

• Concept of Locks
• Various Levels of Locking
• Setting Modes for Locks
• Levels of Locking
• Example of Implementing Locks on Transactions

Restricting Access of Data

Course: 44 Minutes

• Introduction to SQL Security Concepts
• User IDs
• Creating and Managing Users in SQL
• Group IDs and the Use of Roles
• Privileges and Access Rights
• Use Case Example of the Use of Access Rights

Practice: Transactions & SQL Security Architecture

Course: 8 Minutes

• Exercise: SQL Views, Transactions, & Security Model

Get started with SQL!

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✔️ Hands-on assignments: test your knowledge per chapter and build immediately applicable skills.
✔️ Certificate of Participation: Receive proof of your knowledge and expertise upon successful completion of the course.

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