SQL for Newbies: Hands-On SQL with Industry Best Practices

What you’ll learn

• Real-World Application & Optimization – Master industry-proven practices to optimize queries, enhance performance, and handle heavy data pipelines efficiently.
• Learn in a hands-on onboarding setting, as if we’re working side by side at the office, preparing you to manage upcoming requests.
• Master the Fundamentals of SQL – Learn how to write basic SQL queries using SELECT, WHERE, CASE WHEN and ORDER BY to retrieve and filter data effectively.
• Perform Data Aggregation & Analysis – Use SQL functions such as GROUP BY, HAVING, SUM(), COUNT(), and AVG() to summarize and analyze data.
• Work with Multiple Tables & Optimize Queries – Understand different types of joins, use CTEs, and apply best practices for query optimization.
• Leverage Advanced SQL Features – Explore window functions (ROW_NUMBER(), PARTITION BY, LEAD(), LAG()), date manipulation and data transformations

Requirements

• No programming experience needed.

Description

In this hands-on guide, you’ll dive into SQL with real-world insights and industry best practices used by top professionals. You’ll learn how to optimize queries, enhance performance, and manage data like a pro. Picture us working side by side in the office, with me guiding you through every concept step-by-step. No prior experience required! This course is perfect for beginners, and by the end, you’ll confidently work with databases and have a strong foundation to boost your career.

What you’ll cover:

• Basic SQL Queries – Write your first queries with SELECT, WHERE, JOIN, and more.
• Data Aggregation – Use GROUP BY, HAVING, SUM(), and COUNT() to summarize and analyze data.
• Advanced SQL Features – Learn about window functions, CTEs, and query optimization.
• Real-World Examples – Work on practical tasks like optimizing queries and handling large datasets.
• Best Practices – In the “Work Smarter, Not Harder” lecture, discover market-proven tips to create optimal queries and efficient tables that will save you time and effort.

Final Assignment:
As your final challenge, you’ll tackle the project Optimizing a Public Transport Analytics Pipeline, where you’ll design an optimized table to analyze key metrics for a public transport authority. This will help you develop the skills needed to work with real data in a business context.

With multiple hands-on exercises throughout the course, you’ll have all the tools you need to confidently apply SQL in your career. Start today and unlock new career opportunities!

Who this course is for:

• This course is suitable for absolute beginners who want to learn SQL from scratch. It’s ideal for: Aspiring entry level data analysts, data scientists, or database administrators who want to build a foundation in SQL. Professionals in non-technical roles looking to work with data more effectively. Students or career changers exploring data-related fields.