Basic SQL SELECT

Course Title: Basic SQL SELECT: Unlock Data with Structured Query Language

🎓 Course Headline: Master the Art of Data Retrieval with SQL SELECT Statements!

Course Description:

In the ever-evolving landscape of business tools, understanding data has become paramount. From paper records to electronic ledgers, and now to vast databases, the ability to query and retrieve information is a skill that's increasingly valuable in today's analytical-driven world. Basic SQL SELECT course by Eric Manske is designed to equip you with the foundational knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL) through its most crucial aspect: selecting data from a database.

📘 What You Will Learn:

• The Fundamentals of SQL: Dive into the core of data querying and understand how to execute effective SELECT statements.
• Data Selection Techniques: Learn how to precisely select, filter, and sort data from your database using various clauses and functions within SQL.
• Real-World Applications: Gain insights into how SQL SELECT statements can be applied in real-world scenarios, much like the ubiquitous spreadsheet applications of today.
• Essential Commands Mastery: Begin your journey towards mastering SQL by first mastering the essential commands, setting a solid foundation for more complex queries and database interactions.

👩‍💼 Course Outline:

• Section 1: Introduction to SQL SELECT

  • Understanding the purpose of SQL SELECT statements
  • Basic syntax and structure of a SELECT query
  • Selecting data from a single table

• Section 2: Refining Data with WHERE Clauses

  • Using WHERE clauses to filter results
  • Working with different comparison operators
  • Introduction to functions and expressions within SELECT statements

• Section 3: Aggregating Data

  • Using GROUP BY to categorize data
  • Aggregate functions like COUNT, SUM, AVG, MAX, and MIN
  • Understanding and calculating totals and averages

• Section 4: Sorting and Ordering Data

  • Using ORDER BY to arrange data in a certain order
  • Handling both ascending and descending sorts
  • Practical examples of sorted queries for decision-making

• Section 5: Working with Joins

  • Understanding the different types of joins (INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, etc.)
  • Joining tables to combine data from multiple sources
  • Best practices for efficient and effective join operations

Instructor Profile:

Eric Manske brings over a decade of teaching experience in SQL, along with his tenure in IT across various roles. His hands-on approach, shaped by on-the-job learning and training professionals at Fortune 500 companies, ensures that you receive practical knowledge tailored to real-world applications.

Enrollment Benefits:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Learn from an experienced SQL instructor who has trained countless individuals in data querying.
• Interactive Learning Environment: Engage with the material through a series of lectures, examples, and exercises.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Enhance your career prospects by adding SQL to your skillset, making you a valuable asset in data-driven roles.

Ready to embark on your SQL journey? Click here to start exploring the power of SQL SELECT statements and transform the way you interact with data!