Notion for Beginners: Build Powerful Dashboards & Databases

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Notion for Beginners: Build Powerful Dashboards & Databases

This course is part of Learn Notion for Client and Project Management Specialization

Instructor: Skillshare

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5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

6 hours to complete

3 weeks at 2 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

5 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

6 hours to complete

3 weeks at 2 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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There are 5 modules in this course

Instructor: Kristine Sacdalan

Take your Notion skills to the next level! In this hands-on course, you’ll go beyond the basics and learn how to harness the full power of Notion’s databases and dashboard customization tools. By the end of this course, you’ll know how to: - Set up full-page and inline databases to manage complex projects - Use advanced views like calendar, board, timeline, and gallery - Organize your data with properties like status, date, relation, and more - Design stunning dashboards using widgets, GIFs, and custom layouts Kristine Sacdalan brings Notion to life with an approach that’s both practical and personal. You’ll build systems that make your workflows easier and more enjoyable—no matter what you’re managing. From a mood board to a content calendar, you’ll learn to create a workspace that works hard and looks amazing. Ideal for social media managers, digital marketers, and anyone juggling multiple projects—this is where your productivity glow-up begins!

Start your Notion journey by diving into its most powerful feature: databases. You’ll learn the difference between in-line and full-page databases, explore all the major database views—Table, Board, Gallery, List, and Calendar—and practice building sample databases to organize your content clearly and effectively.

What's included

6 videos2 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 33 minutes

Database - In-line vs Full Page Database6 minutesPreview module
Database - Table view4 minutes
Database - Board view8 minutes
Database - Gallery view7 minutes
Database - List view2 minutes
Database - Calendar view4 minutes

2 readingsTotal 20 minutes

Introduction10 minutes
Specialization Project Instructions10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

Take your database skills to the next level by working with custom properties and Notion’s advanced Timeline view. This module shows you how to add and configure fields like Select, Multi-select, Status, and Date, then visualize your projects over time using Timeline for better planning and tracking.

What's included

6 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

6 videosTotal 16 minutes

Database - Timeline view6 minutesPreview module
Database Properties2 minutes
Database Properties - Select2 minutes
Database Properties - Multi-select2 minutes
Database Properties - Status2 minutes
Database Properties - Date1 minute

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 2 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

Unlock the full potential of Notion databases with advanced property types. Learn to use system-generated fields like Created Time, build connections across databases using Relations, and incorporate formulas, checkboxes, files, people, and more. This module equips you with the tools to automate and streamline your workspace.

What's included

7 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

7 videosTotal 9 minutes

Database Properties - Person, Files & Media1 minutePreview module
Database Properties - Checkbox0 minutes
Database Properties - Email0 minutes
Database Properties - URL1 minute
Database Properties - Phone & Formula0 minutes
Database Properties - Relation1 minute
Database Properties - Created time, Created by4 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Module 3 Quiz30 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

New Discussion Prompt10 minutes

Learn how to transform your data into a user-friendly dashboard. You’ll design an organized and visually appealing Notion page using layout tools, color schemes, and creative touches like GIFs and mood boards. By the end, your dashboard will be both practical and personalized for daily use.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt

Bring your workspace to life with embedded widgets and intuitive navigation. This final module walks you through creating a custom navigation tab and configuring widgets that improve interactivity and access. You’ll wrap up by refining your page design and submitting your final project for peer review.

What's included

3 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt

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