sql Course

SQL Course

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40
academic hours
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SQL

SQL Course

Take on one of the most primary and fundamental courses introducing you to the realm of database technology widely used in the tech industry. For those aiming to build a career in professions such as software testing, DevOps, artificial intelligence development, and automation development, it is crucial to have practical knowledge and experience with SQL.

In the world of technology, everything is built on information, and every website, application, or software needs functionality to store, retrieve, update, delete, and query data from databases. Today's programmers need to write code that handles enormous amounts of data effectively and accurately, ensuring efficient speed without compromising user experience. SQL is a popular language, equipping professionals with essential skills to manage databases proficiently.

Our SQL (Structured Query Language) course is designed to take you from a complete beginner to a proficient SQL user. Whether you're looking to start a career in data analysis, and database administration, or simply want to enhance your data manipulation skills, this course provides a solid foundation in SQL:

  • Create and manage databases
  • Write complex queries to extract valuable insights from data
  • Optimize database performance
  • Implement data security measures

With a mix of lectures, hands-on exercises, and real-world projects, you'll gain practical experience that you can immediately apply in your professional life.

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Why Learn SQL

SQL is a database that is widely used in the high-tech industry.
For those who want to develop a career in high-tech professions such as software testing, DevOps, artificial intelligence development, and automation development, databases are a crucial part of the operation. Studying SQL in an online environment can provide students with the knowledge and experience required to grow toward becoming experts in their field:

  • In-Demand Skill: SQL is one of the most sought-after skills in the tech industry. It's used by data analysts, software developers, and business intelligence professionals.
  • Universal Language: SQL is used across various database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle). Learn once, and apply everywhere
  • Data-Driven Decision Making: In today's data-centric world, SQL allows you to extract, analyze, and interpret data to drive business decisions.
  • Career Advancement: Adding SQL to your skill set can open new career opportunities and increase earning potential.
  • Efficiency: SQL allows you to handle large datasets quickly and efficiently, saving time and resources.
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What You Learn in Our SQL course

  • Database Fundamentals
    • Understanding database structure and design
    • Creating and managing databases and tables
  • Basic SQL Queries
    • SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements
    • Filtering data with WHERE clauses
  • Advanced Querying Techniques
    • JOINs (INNER, OUTER, SELF)
    • Subqueries and nested queries
    • Aggregate functions and GROUP BY
  • Data Manipulation and Transformation
    • Working with date and time data
    • String manipulation functions
    • Mathematical operations in SQL
  • Database Administration
    • Managing user permissions
    • Database backup and recovery
    • Performance tuning and query optimization
  • Advanced SQL Concepts
    • Stored procedures and functions
    • Triggers and events
    • Transactions and ACID properties
  • Data Analysis with SQL
    • Writing complex analytical queries
    • Creating views for data analysis
    • Integrating SQL with data visualization tools
  • Real-World Projects
    • Designing and implementing a database for a small business
    • Analyzing large datasets to derive business insights
    • Building a simple application that interacts with a database

By the end of this course, you'll have a robust understanding of SQL and the confidence to work with databases in various professional settings.

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Who Should Attend

  • Those interested in professional training for integration into the industry as System/Servers/IT/DevOps professionals and more.
  • Academics from other professions interested in career transition.
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Prerequisites

  • No prior background is required
  • Background in QA/graduates of manual QA courses - an advantage

Skills & Techniques

  • Relational Database Concepts: Understand the principles of relational databases and their structure.
  • SQL Syntax: Master the basic SQL syntax and command structure.
  • Data Definition Language (DDL): Create, alter, and drop database objects (tables, views, indexes).
  • Data Manipulation Language (DML): Insert, update, delete, and retrieve data from databases.
  • Data Query Language (DQL): Write complex SELECT statements to retrieve specific data.
  • Data Control Language (DCL): Manage user permissions and access control in databases.
  • Database Design: Implement effective database schemas and understand normalization principles.
  • Joins: Perform various types of joins (INNER, LEFT, RIGHT, FULL OUTER) to combine data from multiple tables.
  • Subqueries: Write and use subqueries to create complex data retrieval operations.
  • Aggregation Functions: Use functions like COUNT, SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN for data analysis.

These skills and techniques prepare you for roles such as Database Developer, SQL Developer, Data Analyst, Database Administrator, and Business Intelligence Analyst. They provide a comprehensive foundation for working with relational databases across various platforms and applications.

Course Structure

Ch. 1

The Relational Model

Ch. 2

SQL Formal Definitions

Ch. 3

SQL Key Notes

Ch. 4

SQL Properties

Ch. 5

SQL User Objective

Ch. 6

SQL Command Categories

Ch. 7

Data Definition Language

Ch. 8

Data Control Language

Ch. 9

Inserting Null Data

Ch. 10

Inserting and Integrity Constraints

Head of the department
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Meet your instructor

Dmitri Danilov

Head of QA and DevOps Departments

Holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Network manager, and C++ developer. UI/UX user interface developer for Android applications. Has a vast experience working with Jenkins, Git, Docker, K8S, Ansible, and as a Linux admin.

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FAQs

What can I learn to complement after finishing the SQL course?

Practice all the material we've learned, it's enough to start working in an entry-level developer position.

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I have no prior knowledge of SQL coding language, can I be accepted into the course?

Yes, there's no problem. During the course, we will learn everything you need to know.

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In which roles is SQL knowledge required?

Full stack developer, DBA, back-end developer. Of course, QA and data science also require an understanding SQL.

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