Microsoft SQL Server Development for Everyone!

Master Microsoft SQL Databases & Querying: A Complete Beginner's Guide

Ready to launch your career in database management? This zero-to-hero course provides comprehensive Microsoft SQL Server training, perfect for those with no prior experience. You'll gain the fundamental skills needed to become a Database Developer or Junior Database Administrator.

Why Learn Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL Server is a powerful relational database management system essential for storing and retrieving data in countless applications. This course focuses on SQL Server Express 2017 (Free Edition), allowing you to build real-world skills without any cost. We'll build a small school management system database as we learn. All you need is a Windows machine! We'll guide you through setup, database creation, table creation, and writing your first queries. By the end, you'll confidently write queries for various situations and reports.

What You'll Learn:

• Installation & Setup: Install SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
• Database Management:
  • Connect to a Database Instance
  • Create a Database
  • Create Tables
  • Run Queries against Tables
  • General use of SQL Server Management Studio
  • Create and Manage Database Views
  • Create and Manage Custom Functions
  • Table Triggers and Stored Procedures
  • How to Backup and Restore Databases
• Data Manipulation:
  • Create Relationships (Normalization)
  • Use Aggregate Functions for quick mathematical operations
  • Export data to Excel using SSMS
• Practical SQL Skills: Develop practical SQL skills for real-world applications.

Who is this course for?

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners with absolutely no database experience.
• Those comfortable with basic database operations looking for a refresher.
• Individuals wanting to understand database design principles.
• Microsoft Access users seeking to transition to a more robust Database Management System.
• Anyone interested in learning SQL Server!

Course Content & Overview:

This complete course offers over 6 hours of premium content designed to get you up and running as a Database Developer and/or Administrator. We'll cover various scenarios and techniques for writing queries, building databases, and performing database administration tasks. We'll also explore advanced topics highly sought after in the job market.

You'll gain extensive experience using SQL Server Management Studio, becoming proficient in navigating and interacting with databases on different servers. The course includes working files and scripts to easily replicate the demonstrated code. Work alongside the author as you progress through each lecture. This hands-on approach will impress your boss and coworkers with your new skills!