SQL: Basics to Intermediate Training Course
SQL serves as the standard language for managing relational database systems.
This instructor-led, live training—available online or onsite—is designed for beginner to intermediate-level data analysts, database specialists, and software developers aiming to master SQL for effective database management.
Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:
- Comprehend and apply fundamental SQL commands and queries.
- Create and manipulate tables and databases.
- Utilize SQL to sort, filter, and summarize data.
- Execute complex operations such as joins, subqueries, and set operations.
- Apply intermediate techniques including indexes, views, stored procedures, and triggers.
Course Format
- Interactive lectures and discussions.
- Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
- Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.
Customization Options
- To arrange customized training for this course, please reach out to us.
Course Outline
Part 1: SQL Basics
Introduction to SQL and Databases
- Understanding databases.
- Introduction to SQL.
- Setting up the SQL environment.
SQL Syntax and Basic Queries
- Overview of SQL syntax.
- SELECT statements.
- Filtering data with the WHERE clause.
Working with Functions and Aggregates
- Common SQL functions.
- Aggregate functions: COUNT, SUM, AVG, MAX, MIN.
- Grouping data with GROUP BY.
Joining Tables
- Understanding JOINs.
- INNER JOIN.
- LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL OUTER JOIN.
Subqueries and Set Operations
- Writing subqueries.
- UNION, INTERSECT, and EXCEPT operations.
Data Manipulation
- INSERT INTO statement.
- UPDATE statement.
- DELETE statement.
Part 2: Intermediate SQL
Advanced Data Filtering
- Advanced WHERE clause techniques.
- LIKE operator and pattern matching.
- IN and BETWEEN operators.
Complex Joins and Subqueries
- Self-joins.
- Non-correlated and correlated subqueries.
- EXISTS clause.
Working with Indexes and Views
- Understanding indexes and their impact on performance.
- Creating and using views.
Advanced Functions and Stored Procedures
- User-defined functions.
- Stored procedures and triggers.
- Error handling in SQL.
Data Transformation and Analysis
- Pivoting and unpivoting data.
- Window functions: ROW_NUMBER, RANK, DENSE_RANK.
- CTEs (Common Table Expressions).
Database Design and Normalization
- Database design principles.
- Normal forms and normalization.
- Entity-Relationship (ER) modeling.
Performance Tuning and Optimization
- Query optimization techniques.
- Execution plans.
- Performance tuning best practices.
SQL in the Real World
- Integrating SQL with other technologies.
- Case studies and real-world scenarios.
- Final project: Building a database solution from scratch.
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- A solid understanding of basic computer operations.
- Experience with any programming language is advantageous but not mandatory.
Target Audience
- Data analysts.
- Database professionals.
- Software developers.
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