SQL Server 2022 for complete beginners (7 hours of practice)

Learn SQL Server 2022: From Beginner to Advanced Queries

Ready to unlock the power of SQL Server? This course is your comprehensive guide to mastering SQL, even if you're starting with zero experience. We'll take you from the fundamentals of Transact SQL (TSQL) to more advanced techniques, equipping you with skills highly sought after in today's job market.

What You'll Learn:

• SQL Server Installation & Database Management: Get hands-on experience installing SQL Server and Management Studio, and learn to create and define databases.
• Data Manipulation (CRUD Operations): Master essential data operations:
  • SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements.
  • Understanding and utilizing column aliases.
  • Working with LIKE operator and its nuances.
  • Leveraging the TOP clause for efficient data retrieval.
  • Removing duplicate data with DISTINCT.
  • Using comparison operators (=, !=, etc.).
  • Copying tables with SELECT INTO.
• Logical Operators & Sorting:
  • Utilize IN, NOT IN, IS, and IS NOT operators.
  • Sort data effectively with ORDER BY.
  • Apply AND and OR operators.
• Aggregate Functions & Data Ranges:
  • Discover and use aggregate functions like MIN, MAX, AVG.
  • Understand the specificities of COUNT and SUM.
  • Select data ranges using BETWEEN.
• Grouping & Filtering Data:
  • Group results with GROUP BY.
  • Filter grouped data with HAVING.
  • Utilize PRINT statements for output.
• Joining Tables: Learn to combine data from multiple tables using:
  • INNER JOIN
  • LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN
  • FULL OUTER JOIN
• Advanced T-SQL Techniques:
  • Conditional logic with IIF, CASE WHEN.
  • String manipulation using SUBSTRING, OFFSET FETCH NEXT ROWS.
  • Utilize CHOOSE, TRIM, LTRIM, RTRIM, and COALESCE functions.
  • Work with UNION and UNION ALL.
  • Use LEFT and RIGHT functions.
• Data Conversion: Understand and apply conversion functions:
  • CAST, CONVERT
  • TRY_CAST, TRY_CONVERT
  • TRY_PARSE, PARSE
• Database Objects:
  • Create and define views.
  • Create and define stored procedures.

Why Learn SQL Server?

SQL is a highly in-demand skill. Administering SQL Server and querying data with TSQL is a critical role in many organizations. SQL Server's relative simplicity allows you to quickly gain proficiency in data management and analysis. This course will provide you with the confidence and skills to become proficient in the SQL language.

Course Details:

• 7 hours of demonstration videos.
• 30 minutes of theory (delivered in a classroom setting – videos focus on practical application).
• Over 50 practice questions to reinforce your learning.
• Videos are kept under 10 minutes to maintain engagement.

Start your journey to becoming a SQL expert today!