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Beginner level
Ideal for database admins, developers, and IT pros seeking to improve SQL Server skills. Basic database knowledge is helpful but not required.
Recommended experience
Beginner level
Ideal for database admins, developers, and IT pros seeking to improve SQL Server skills. Basic database knowledge is helpful but not required.
Install and configure SQL Server on various operating systems
Create and modify databases using SQL Server tools and scripts
Write and optimize SQL queries with aggregation, filtering, and joins
Implement security measures, including user authentication and permissions
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This course offers a deep dive into SQL Server, starting with an introduction to the basics of databases and data types. You'll be guided through setting up SQL Server on various platforms, including Windows, Mac, and Linux, ensuring a smooth start to your learning journey. By exploring SQL Server Management Studio and Azure Data Studio, you’ll gain familiarity with the essential tools for database management.
Next, the course covers foundational skills such as creating, manipulating, and removing databases using both graphical tools and SQL scripts. You’ll also delve into key concepts like normalization, foreign keys, and table relationships to ensure your databases are optimized and efficient. Moreover, you’ll learn about CRUD operations, transactions, and SQL query techniques like filtering, aggregation, and joining tables to handle large datasets and complex queries effectively. Finally, the course transitions into more advanced topics, including views, functions, and stored procedures. You’ll also learn how to implement security measures such as user logins and authentication, rounding off your knowledge with crucial skills for real-world database management. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation in SQL Server and be equipped with the tools to manage databases confidently. This course is designed for database administrators, software developers, and IT professionals looking to enhance their SQL Server skills. Prior knowledge of basic databases is helpful but not required.
In this module, we will introduce you to the world of SQL Server and databases. You'll gain an understanding of how data is stored, categorized, and managed, providing you with the basic tools needed to navigate SQL databases.
2 videos1 reading
In this module, we will walk through the installation process of SQL Server Express on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms. By the end, you'll have your environment set up and ready for development.
2 videos
In this module, we will explore key tools used to interact with SQL Server, including SQL Server Management Studio and Azure Data Studio. You'll also learn how to visualize your database structures using Draw.io.
3 videos
In this module, we will guide you through creating, modifying, and removing databases. You’ll use different methods to manage databases efficiently, helping you get hands-on experience with SQL Server.
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover everything from creating tables to manipulating data using SQL. You’ll also learn about the core operations: CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) and practice querying data using SQL scripts.
15 videos
In this module, we will delve into normalization techniques and relationships within a SQL Server database. You'll learn how to efficiently structure data and manage relationships between tables, enhancing database integrity.
9 videos
In this module, we will focus on grouping data and using aggregate functions to perform calculations. You'll explore how to apply these functions in your queries for meaningful data summaries.
6 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore advanced SQL Server objects, including functions, triggers, and stored procedures. You will also learn how to generate scripts for database management, backups, and restoration.
9 videos
In this module, we will focus on securing your SQL Server environment. You'll learn how to create user logins, add Windows-authenticated logins, and manage access to your server using secure methods.
4 videos2 assignments
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