Microsoft SQL for Beginners

Introduction: 

The Microsoft SQL for Beginners course is an introductory-level course designed to teach the basics of SQL and relational databases using Microsoft SQL Server. The course covers essential topics such as database design and normalization, SQL syntax and commands, querying and manipulating data, joins and relationships, and data analysis and reporting.

Through a combination of lectures, hands-on exercises, and quizzes, learners will gain a solid understanding of SQL fundamentals and the ability to create and manage databases using Microsoft SQL Server. The course is ideal for individuals who are new to SQL and relational databases or want to enhance their skills in working with SQL Server.

By the end of the course, learners will have the knowledge and skills needed to write basic SQL queries, create and manage databases, and perform data analysis and reporting using Microsoft SQL Server.

Objectives: 

1. ·         Understanding basic database concepts: The course may cover basic concepts such as what a database is, how data is organized in tables, what SQL is, and how it  is  used   to interact with a database.
2. ·         Learning SQL syntax and commands: The course may teach the syntax and commands used to create, retrieve, update, and delete data from a database using SQL.
3. ·         Understanding database design and normalization: The course may cover the principles of database design and normalization, which are essential for creating efficient,   scalable, and maintainable databases.
4. ·         Learning to use Microsoft SQL Server: The course may provide an introduction to Microsoft SQL Server, which is a popular relational database management system  (RDBMS) used in many organizations. Learners may learn to install, configure, and use SQL Server for creating and managing databases.
5. ·         Querying and manipulating data: The course may teach learners how to write SQL queries to extract, filter, sort, and aggregate data from a database. Learners may also learn to use SQL to insert, update, and delete data from a database.
6. ·         Understanding joins and relationships: The course may cover the concepts of joins and relationships, which are used to link tables in a database and retrieve data from multiple tables simultaneously.
7. ·         Analyzing and reporting data: The course may teach learners how to use SQL to perform data analysis and generate reports from a database. Learners may also learn to use tools such as SQL Server Management Studio to visualize data and create reports.

Course Outlines:

1. ·         How to Download and Install SQL Server Express
2. ·         How to install Adventure Works database on SQL Azure
3. ·         Introduction to T-SQL and Database Concepts
4. ·         Literal SELECT Statements - Part 1
5. ·         Literal SELECT Statements - Part 2
6. ·         Basic SELECT Statements - Part 1
7. ·         Basic SELECT Statements - Part 2
8. ·         Basic SELECT Statements - Part 3
9. ·         Using the WHERE Clause - Part 1
10. ·         Using the WHERE Clause - Part 2
11. ·         Using the WHERE Clause - Part 3
12. ·         Using the WHERE Clause - Part 4
13. ·         Sorting with the ORDER BY Clause - Part 1
14. ·         Sorting with the ORDER BY Clause - Part
15. ·         Using the INNER JOIN - Part 1
16. ·         Using the INNER JOIN - Part 2
17. ·         Using the LEFT OUTER JOIN - Part 1
18. ·         Using the LEFT OUTER JOIN - Part 2
19. ·         Using the LEFT OUTER JOIN - Part 3
20. ·         Aggregate Functions - Part 1
21. ·         Aggregate Functions - Part 2
22. ·         Grouping with the GROUP BY Clause - Part 1
23. ·         Grouping with the GROUP BY Clause - Part 2
24. ·         Filtering Groups with the HAVING Clause - Part 1
25. ·         Filtering Groups with the HAVING Clause - Part 2

Who should attend?

1. ·         Anyone who is interested in learning the basics of SQL and relational databases
2. ·         Individuals who are looking to start a career in data analytics, business intelligence, or database development
3. ·         Professionals who work with data and want to enhance their skills in working with databases
4. ·         IT professionals who are responsible for managing and maintaining databases using Microsoft SQL Server
5. ·         Individuals who want to learn SQL for personal or academic purposes
6. ·         Students who are pursuing a degree in computer science or a related field and want to learn SQL as part of their curriculum.

Learning Outcomes:

1. ·         Understanding basic database concepts: The course may cover basic concepts such as what a database is, how data is organized in tables, what SQL is, and how it is used to interact with a database.
2. ·         Learning SQL syntax and commands: The course may teach the syntax and commands used to create, retrieve, update, and delete data from a database using SQL.
3. ·         Understanding database design and normalization: The course may cover the principles of database design and normalization, which are essential for creating efficient, scalable, and maintainable databases.
4. ·         Learning to use Microsoft SQL Server: The course may provide an introduction to Microsoft SQL Server, which is a popular relational database management system (RDBMS) used in many organizations. Learners may learn to install, configure, and use SQL Server for creating and managing databases.
5. ·         Querying and manipulating data: The course may teach learners how to write SQL queries to extract, filter, sort, and aggregate data from a database. Learners may also learn to use SQL to insert, update, and delete data from a database.
6. ·         Understanding joins and relationships: The course may cover the concepts of joins and relationships, which are used to link tables in a database and retrieve data from multiple tables simultaneously.
7. ·         Analyzing and reporting data: The course may teach learners how to use SQL to perform data analysis and generate reports from a database. Learners may also learn to use tools such as SQL Server Management Studio to visualize data and create reports.

End of Course

After completion of the course students must undertake the exam. Once the exam is passed, it is considered as end of the course.