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SQL Bootcamp - From Zero to Job-Ready

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SQL Bootcamp - From Zero to Job-Ready

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

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1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master the basics of SQL, including query writing and data manipulation.

  • Understand relational database structures and how to organize data.

  • Learn how to aggregate data and perform advanced operations using SQL.

  • Develop the skills to apply SQL to real-world business problems through projects and capstone.

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April 2026

Assessments

17 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 16 modules in this course

In this section, we will introduce the SQL language, its structure, and its significance in database management. You will learn how SQL queries are constructed, and you'll get hands-on experience by writing your first SQL query to retrieve data from a database.

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3 videos1 reading

In this section, we will dive deeper into the fundamentals of databases, exploring their structure, types, and uses. We will also distinguish between SQL and MySQL, and understand when and how each is applied in database management.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will explore various SQL data types and their application in database design. You'll learn how to choose the right data type for each field in your database and practice creating tables using a variety of data types, from integers to complex JSON objects.

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17 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will discuss the significance of database schema in organizing and maintaining data integrity. You will learn how to create different types of schemas, including the STAR and Snowflake schemas, which are key in data warehousing.

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7 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will explore the importance of keys in relational database management. You will learn how to create primary, foreign, and composite keys and understand their role in defining relationships between tables.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will guide you through the essential CRUD operations, teaching you how to create tables, insert data, and retrieve information using SQL. You will also learn how to update and delete records to maintain accurate and up-to-date data.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will focus on SELECT statements, helping you retrieve and filter data from databases. You will learn to apply filtering criteria using the WHERE clause and practice selecting specific columns from a table or multiple tables.

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12 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will teach you how to apply aggregation functions to summarize and analyze large sets of data. You will explore various aggregation techniques and learn how to use them in complex data analysis tasks.

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7 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will outline the expectations for your first assignment and guide you through a solution walkthrough. You will apply the SQL skills you've learned to complete real-world tasks and gain practical experience.

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2 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will teach you how to group and sort data using GROUP BY and ORDER BY. You will also learn to filter grouped data using the HAVING clause to perform more advanced queries.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will introduce you to SQL joins and their importance in relational database management. You'll learn how to combine data from different tables and practice using various types of joins to retrieve and analyze related data.

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11 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will explore advanced SQL operators for filtering data, including BETWEEN, AND, and NOT BETWEEN. You'll also learn how to manage NULL values and limit query results to improve your data retrieval efficiency.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will explore the CASE statement, a powerful tool for implementing conditional logic in SQL queries. You will practice using CASE statements to handle different conditions and apply them in practical data analysis scenarios.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will cover the use of subqueries to perform more complex queries in SQL. You will learn how to use scalar subqueries and integrate them with other queries, including joins and multiple tables.

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5 videos1 assignment

In this section, we will introduce window functions, explaining how they enable you to perform calculations across a set of table rows related to the current row. This module will enhance your ability to analyze data in more advanced ways.

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1 video1 assignment

In this section, we will walk you through a series of practical SQL tasks, including retrieving product details, analyzing sales performance, and calculating revenue. This hands-on project will help solidify your SQL skills in real-world contexts.

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21 videos3 assignments

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