Course Overview
The “Advanced Querying for SQL Databases” course from Microsoft provides an in-depth exploration of advanced querying techniques and concepts for SQL databases. Participants will delve into complex query structures, including the use of subqueries, common table expressions (CTEs), and advanced joins. The course emphasizes optimization strategies to enhance query performance and efficiency, offering practical solutions for handling large datasets and intricate queries.
Learners will gain hands-on experience with advanced SQL functions and operators, enabling them to manipulate and analyze data more effectively. The curriculum also covers best practices for writing maintainable and scalable queries, ensuring that participants can apply their skills to real-world scenarios. By the end of the course, students will be well-equipped to tackle challenging data retrieval tasks and optimize their SQL queries for optimal performance.
Schedule Dates
Advanced Querying for SQL Databases
Advanced Querying for SQL Databases
Advanced Querying for SQL Databases
Advanced Querying for SQL Databases
Course Content
- Benefits of Advanced Querying SQL Databases
- Overview of T-SQL
- Tools required for Advanced Querying SQL Databases
- Introduction to Basic Querying
- Retrieving Data from Tables
- Sorting Data
- Filtering Data
- Combining Data from Multiple Tables
- Inner Joins
- Outer Joins
- Self Joins
- Subqueries
- Grouping Data
- Aggregate Functions
- Working with NULL Values
- Understanding Common Table Expressions (CTEs)
- Recursive CTEs
- Derived Tables
- Temporary Tables
- Using Window Functions
- Ranking Functions
- Pivoting and Unpivoting Data
- Creating Temporary Tables and Table Variables
- Creating and Using Stored Procedures
- Creatung and Using User-defined Functions
- Creating and Using Triggers
- Understanding Error Handling in T-SQL
- Using Try-Catch Blocks
- Understanding Transactions
- Managing Transactions
- Understanding Indexes
- Creating Indexes
- Query Execution Plans
- Performance Tuning Techniques
FAQs
Participants should have a foundational understanding of SQL and basic querying techniques. Prior experience with SQL Server and T-SQL is recommended but not required.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Write and execute complex SQL queries using advanced T-SQL techniques.
- Utilize joins, subqueries, and aggregation for sophisticated data analysis.
- Create and manage stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
- Handle errors and manage transactions effectively.
- Optimize queries for improved database performance.
Yes, the course includes practical labs and exercises designed to reinforce theoretical knowledge and provide hands-on experience with advanced SQL querying techniques.
Yes, participants will receive a certificate of completion from CounselTrain, demonstrating their advanced skills in SQL querying and database management.
For additional information or questions about the course, please contact CounselTrain’s customer service team via email or phone. Our representatives are available to assist you with any inquiries and provide further details about the course.