SQL Querying: Fundamentals Course Overview
The SQL Querying: Fundamentals Course Overview by Microsoft is essential for aspiring data analysts, software developers, and database administrators. This course provides foundational knowledge in SQL, empowering professionals to effectively manage and manipulate data. By mastering SQL queries, participants enhance their analytical skills, driving informed decision-making and improving overall data handling capabilities in various industries.
Course outline & what you'll learn
- Understanding databases and their purposes
Overview of SQL and its role in data management
- Basic SELECT syntax
- Filtering results with WHERE clause
- Sorting results with ORDER BY
Overview of SQL data types
- String, numeric, and date/time data types
- Aggregate functions (COUNT, SUM, AVG, etc.)
- String functions and date functions
- Understanding relationships between tables
- INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL OUTER JOIN
- Defining subqueries
- Using subqueries in SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements
- Using GROUP BY clause
- Filtering grouped data with HAVING clause
- INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements
- Best practices for data manipulation
- Understanding the role of indexes in SQL
- Techniques for optimizing query performance
- Understanding user roles and permissions
- Best practices for securing SQL databases
- Hands-on project to apply learned concepts
- Review of key topics and assessment preparation
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