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Practical MS SQL Server: From Basics to Advanced Skills
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Course Overview
Welcome to “Practical MS SQL Server: From Basics to Advanced Skills,” an comprehensive training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to harness the power of Microsoft SQL Server for effective database management and data analysis.
In today’s data-driven business landscape, the ability to manage and analyze data efficiently is vital for making informed decisions. This course takes you on a comprehensive journey through the features and functionalities of MS SQL Server, starting from foundational concepts and advancing to sophisticated techniques used by data professionals.
Throughout this course, participants will gain proficiency in writing SQL queries, managing databases, and implementing best practices for data manipulation and reporting. Emphasis will be placed on real-world applications, with practical exercises allowing you to apply what you’ve learned in scenarios that mimic actual business challenges.
Launch your career in MS SQL Server by developing in-demand skills and become job-ready in 30 hours or less.
Highlights
Upgrade your career with top notch training
- Enhance Your Skills: Gain invaluable training that prepares you for success.
- Instructor-Led Training: Engage in interactive sessions that include hands-on exercises for practical experience.
- Flexible Online Format: Participate in the course from the comfort of your home or office.
- Accessible Learning Platform: Access course content on any device through our Learning Management System (LMS).
- Flexible Schedule: Enjoy a schedule that accommodates your personal and professional commitments.
- Job Assistance: Benefit from comprehensive support, including resume preparation and mock interviews to help you secure a position in the industry.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with:
- Comprehensive Understanding of SQL Server: Participants will gain a solid understanding of Microsoft SQL Server architecture, components, and management tools.
- Proficiency in SQL Fundamentals: Learners will be able to write, execute, and optimize basic SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data effectively using SQL Server.
- Creating and Managing Databases: Participants will learn to create, alter, and delete databases and tables, as well as understand data types and how to implement constraints.
- Advanced Querying Techniques: Attendees will master advanced SQL querying techniques, including JOINs and subqueries to analyze complex data sets.
- Data Manipulation Skills: Participants will develop the ability to perform Data Manipulation Language (DML) operations, such as inserting, updating, and deleting records in SQL Server databases.
- Utilization of Built-In Functions: Learners will effectively use various built-in functions (string, date, and aggregate functions) to analyze and manipulate data in SQL queries.
- Group and Aggregate Data: Participants will understand how to summarize and analyze data using GROUP BY, HAVING, and aggregate functions to derive insights from large datasets.
- Implementing Stored Procedures and Triggers: Attendees will gain experience in writing and implementing stored procedures and triggers for automating repetitive tasks and maintaining data integrity.
- Error Handling and Transactions: Participants will understand error handling in SQL Server using TRY, CATCH, and how to manage transactions to ensure data consistency.
- Performance Optimization Techniques: Learners will analyze and optimize query performance, employing techniques such as indexing and examining execution plans for efficient data retrieval.
- Real-World Application of Skills: Through hands-on exercises and practical projects, participants will apply their SQL skills to real-world scenarios, preparing them for data-driven decision-making in their organizations.
- Preparation for Advanced Roles: By mastering essential SQL Server skills, participants will be well-prepared for advanced roles such as Database Administrator, SQL Developer, and Data Analyst.
Key Learnings
- Gain a thorough understanding of Microsoft SQL Server architecture, components, and core functionalities.
- Learn how to create, alter, and manage databases and tables, ensuring effective data organization and storage.
- Develop the ability to write, execute, and optimize SQL queries for retrieving and manipulating data with confidence.
- Master the use of DML commands, including INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE, to manage data within SQL Server.
- Utilize advanced SQL techniques, including joins, subqueries, and common table expressions (CTEs), to analyze and extract data from multiple sources.
- Apply a wide range of SQL functions such as aggregate functions, string functions, and date functions to enhance data analysis.
- Understand and apply various constraints (Primary Key, Foreign Key, Unique, Check) to maintain data integrity within your databases.
- Learn how to create views to simplify data access and improve security, allowing for customized data visibility.
- Gain expertise in writing and utilizing stored procedures and triggers to automate database tasks and enforce business rules.
- Understand error handling techniques using TRY and CATCH, and manage transactions to ensure the integrity and consistency of data.
- Analyze query performance and learn techniques for optimizing SQL queries, utilizing best practices for indexing and execution plans.
- Engage in hands-on exercises and projects that apply SQL skills to practical, real-world business scenarios, reinforcing your learning.
- Develop the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for advanced roles in data management, SQL development, and business intelligence.
Pre-requisites:
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, including knowledge of basic formulas and functions will be beneficial.
Job roles and career paths:
This training will equip you for the following job roles and career paths:
- SQL Server Developer
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Developer
- Data Engineer
Practical MS SQL Server: From Basics to Advanced Skills
The demand for the course “Practical MS SQL Server: From Basics to Advanced Skills” is strong, driven by several key factors in the job market and business landscape. Microsoft SQL Server is one of the most widely used relational database management systems (RDBMS) across various industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and technology. Organizations consistently seek professionals skilled in SQL Server to manage and analyze their data effectively.
As businesses increasingly rely on data to make informed decisions, the demand for individuals who can manipulate, analyze, and interpret data using SQL Server has surged, further fueling the need for training in SQL skills. Additionally, there is a high demand for roles such as Data Analyst, SQL Developer, Database Administrator, and Business Intelligence Specialist, where proficiency in SQL Server is often a requirement.
Curriculum
- 16 Sections
- 38 Lessons
- 32 Hours
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- Module 1: Fundamentals of Relational DatabasesExercise: Identify the components of a simple relational database.3
- Module 2: Creating TablesExercise: Create tables for a sample database, including fields and relationships.3
- Module 3: Data TypesExercise: Define data types for tables created in the previous module.3
- Module 4: SELECT – Querying the Data Stored in the TablesExercise: Write SELECT queries to retrieve specific data from the sample database tables.2
- Module 5: WHERE – Filtering the DataExercise: Apply filters on data and retrieve specific entries based on conditions.3
- Module 6: Sorting Data Using ORDER BYExercise: Sort retrieved data sets based on various criteria.3
- Module 7: Querying Multiple TablesExercise: Write queries that join multiple tables to extract related data.2
- Module 8: Aggregate FunctionsExercise: Perform aggregations on the sample database to generate summaries.2
- Module 9: Grouping Data with GROUP BYExercise: Write queries that group data by specific criteria and apply aggregate functions.2
- Module 10: Delete and Update CommandsExercise: Modify data in the sample database using update and delete commands.3
- Module 11: ConstraintsExercise: Define constraints on the tables you have created.2
- Module 12: ViewsExercise: Create a view that simplifies access to a complex query result.2
- Module 13: TriggersExercise: Write a trigger that automatically updates a log table when an event occurs.2
- Module 14: Stored ProceduresExercise: Create a stored procedure that encapsulates recurring logic for data retrieval.3
- Module 15: Error Handling with TRY, CATCH, and THROWExercise: Write a script that implements error handling for a stored procedure.3
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You will learn how to create and manage tables, use SQL commands to query and manipulate data, handle errors, and implement database constraints, views, triggers, and stored procedures.
The course is designed to be completed in approximately 32 hours, which includes 16 hours of instructor-led training and 16 hours of student practice.
This course is designed for individuals interested in database management, including aspiring data analysts, business intelligence developers, and IT professionals who want to enhance their SQL skills.
No prior experience with SQL Server is required. However, a basic understanding of MS Excel concepts will be beneficial for participants.
The course will cover a range of topics including database creation, data manipulation, querying multiple tables, aggregate functions, joins, stored procedures, and performance optimization.
Yes, participants will receive a certificate of completion, which can help enhance your resume and demonstrate your SQL proficiency to potential employers.
The instructor will help participants installing Microsoft SQL Server on their computers, along with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) for managing and interacting with the database.
Absolutely! The course includes numerous hands-on exercises and real-world projects designed to allow participants to practice and reinforce their skills.
Familiarize yourself with MS Excel including basic formulas and functions.
Participants will receive access to instructional materials, practice datasets, and additional reading resources to complement the training.
Yes, participants will have access to ongoing support and resources even after course completion, including community forums and additional learning materials. Participants will have access to instructor support throughout the course, along with resources to facilitate learning, including assignments, and exercises.
To enroll in this course, please email us at enroll@ohiocomputeracademy.com.
Yes, discounts may be available for group registrations. Please contact us at enroll@ohiocomputeracademy.com for more details on group pricing options.
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- Instructor-led training
- One-on-One
- Free access to future sessions (subject to schedule & availability)
- Job Assistance
- Interview preparation
- Online access provided through the LMS
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$1,099
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