Introduction to Data Warehousing

🚀 Introduction to Data Warehousing: Mastering SQL Server 2019 with SSMS, Visual Studio & SSIS 📚

Are you ready to dive into the world of data warehousing and emerge as an expert in using SQL Server 2019, SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio), Visual Studio, and SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services)? If so, this Introduction to Data Warehousing course is your golden ticket! Tailored to prepare you for the essential exam 70-463, this comprehensive guide is perfect for beginners and professionals alike looking to expand their skill set.

Course Overview 🌟

This course is meticulously structured into three main sections that will take you from a novice to a proficient data warehouse practitioner:

Data Warehousing Basics 📈

• What is a Data Warehouse? We'll explore this question and demystify the concept.
• Why Do We Need a Data Warehouse? Discover the pivotal role of data warehouses in today's data-driven world.
• Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL): Understand the ETL process and how it is critical for efficient data management.
• OLAP vs OLTP Databases: Learn the fundamental differences between Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) and Online Transactional Processing (OLTP) databases.
• Star and Snowflake Schemas: Get to grips with these database schemas and understand their significance in data warehousing.
• Fact and Dimension Tables: Uncover the roles of fact and dimension tables within a data warehouse.

Data Warehousing Software Installation 🔧

• Introduction to SQL Server Developer Edition: Understand its role and how it fits into your data warehousing toolkit.
• Step-by-Step Installation Guide: Follow along with detailed instructions for installing SQL Server, SSMS, Visual Studio Community, and SSIS.
• Software Versions: All the software versions we'll use are free and available for you to practice with at your own pace.

SSIS Tutorial: Create a Project and Basic Package with SSIS 🛠️

• Hands-On Learning: Engage in a comprehensive tutorial that will guide you through creating a data flow from start to finish using SSIS.
• Step-by-Step Process: We'll walk through the following nine steps:
  1. Creating a new integration services project.
  2. Configuring a flat file connection manager.
  3. Setting up an OLE DB connection manager.
  4. Adding a data flow task to your package.
  5. Working with the flat file source.
  6. Utilizing lookup transformations for efficient data matching.
  7. Configuring the OLE DB destination.
  8. Simplifying complex lessons with clear explanations.
  9. Testing and validating the Lesson 1 package to ensure its functionality.

What You'll Learn 🎓

• The essential concepts of data warehousing, demystified and explained using real-world examples.
• How to install and configure SQL Server Developer Edition, SSMS, Visual Studio Community, and SSIS for your data warehousing projects.
• A step-by-step guide on creating a basic SSIS package, from setting up connections to transforming and loading data into a database.

Who Should Take This Course? 👥

This course is ideal for:

• Beginners in the field of data warehousing who want to build a strong foundation.
• Professionals preparing for the 70-463 exam and looking for practical, hands-on experience with SQL Server 2019 and its tools.
• Anyone interested in learning about ETL processes and how to efficiently manage large volumes of data using SSIS.

Join Maria Hamilton, an experienced course instructor, on this journey to mastering data warehousing with SQL Server 2019. Sign up now to embark on a path to becoming a data warehousing expert! 💡🚀