SQL is one of the most in-demand skills across all data roles — and learning it is one of the fastest ways to start a data career.
This is the most comprehensive and practical SQL course I’ve ever created — built from over a decade of experience working on real Big Data projects at companies like Mercedes-Benz.
You’ll start from zero and learn everything step-by-step: from understanding databases and writing your first queries, all the way to complex joins, aggregations, subqueries, and performance tuning.
But this course goes beyond theory. You’ll apply what you learn on real business datasets, practice real scenarios, and build confidence by solving the same problems data teams face every day.
Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced professional looking to sharpen your SQL skills, this course will take you from zero to hero — with clear explanations, visual learning, and a focus on practical, job-ready knowledge.
30h
What is DBMS and SQL Server
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What is DBMS and SQL Server
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Discover the role of DBMS and why SQL Server is widely used in companies.
Types of Databases
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Types of Databases
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Learn the different types of databases and when each is used in real systems.
Components of SQL
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Components of SQL
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Learn the building blocks of SQL queries so you can retrieve data with ease.
What is SQL Query
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What is SQL Query
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Understand how SQL queries request data from database tables.
CREATE
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CREATE
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Learn how to create new database objects such as tables using SQL DDL.
ALTER
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ALTER
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Discover how to modify existing database structures quickly and safely.
Comparison operators
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Comparison operators
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Filter data using comparison rules to retrieve exactly what you need.
AND Operator
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AND Operator
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Combine multiple conditions to refine your filtered results.
OR Operator
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OR Operator
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Expand your query logic to include matches from broader criteria.
Introduction to JOINs
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Introduction to JOINs
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Learn how JOINs combine data from different tables to reveal insights.
INNER JOIN
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INNER JOIN
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Connect matching records across tables to build stronger results.
Introduction to SET Operators
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Introduction to SET Operators
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Learn techniques to merge query results from multiple datasets.
SET Rules & Syntax
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SET Rules & Syntax
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Apply proper syntax and rules to avoid mistakes using SET operators.
What is Date & Time
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What is Date & Time
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Understand how date and time values are stored and used in SQL.
Overview Date & Time Functions
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Overview Date & Time Functions
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Explore powerful built-in functions for working with dates and times.
Date & Time Scripts
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Date & Time Scripts
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Download and use scripts to follow along with date exercises.
Introduction to NULLs
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Introduction to NULLs
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Understand NULLs and why they behave differently from other values.
COALESCE vs ISNULL
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COALESCE vs ISNULL
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Handle missing values correctly using SQL replacement functions.
Handling NULL: Data Aggregation
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Handling NULL: Data Aggregation
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Learn how missing values affect totals and averages in SQL.
Introduction to CAST Statements
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Introduction to CAST Statements
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Learn how to transform values conditionally with CASE logic.
Use Case: Categorizing Data
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Use Case: Categorizing Data
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Categorize numerical results into clear labels automatically.
CASE Rules
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CASE Rules
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Apply correct CASE statement structure to avoid syntax errors.
Aggregate Functions
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Aggregate Functions
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Perform advanced aggregations without losing row-level detail.
Window Functions vs Group By
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Window Functions vs Group By
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Compare methods to choose the most powerful analytic approach.
Syntax of Window Functions
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Syntax of Window Functions
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Understand the structure of window functions for clean query writing.
Introduction to Window Aggregate Functions
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Introduction to Window Aggregate Functions
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Learn how window aggregate functions provide deeper analytical insights.
Window COUNT
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Window COUNT
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Count values per row group without losing individual row detail.
Introduction to Ranking Functions
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Introduction to Ranking Functions
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Learn how ranking functions assign ordered positions to rows.
Window ROW_NUMBER
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Window ROW_NUMBER
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Assign unique row numbers for clean reference and ordering.
Introduction to Window Value Functions
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Introduction to Window Value Functions
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Learn how window functions shift and compare row values.
Window LEAD & LAG
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Window LEAD & LAG
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Compare current row values with previous or future values.
Use Case: Month-Over-Month (MoM)
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Use Case: Month-Over-Month (MoM)
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Track changes across intervals to reveal growth trends.
Challenges in Complex Projects
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Challenges in Complex Projects
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Solve advanced business challenges using nested queries.
Introduction to Subquery
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Introduction to Subquery
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Learn how subqueries add dynamic logic inside SQL statements.
Why Subquery
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Why Subquery
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Understand when subqueries outperform joins and filters.
Introduction to CTE
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Introduction to CTE
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Write cleaner and more readable SQL using CTE structures.
How DB Executes CTE
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How DB Executes CTE
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Understand how SQL optimizes CTE execution at runtime.
Database Structure & Views
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Database Structure & Views
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Learn how views simplify complex data for end-users.
3 Levels Architecture
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3 Levels Architecture
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Understand how data flows across layers in modern systems.
What is View
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What is View
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Discover how views provide secure and simplified access to data.
Introduction to Tables
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Introduction to Tables
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Understand how tables store structured data in SQL systems.
CTAS vs CREATE/INSERT
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CTAS vs CREATE/INSERT
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Learn how CTAS can outperform traditional table creation.
Introduction to Stored Procedures
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Introduction to Stored Procedures
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Automate database logic with reusable procedures.
Basics of Stored Procedures
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Basics of Stored Procedures
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Learn structure and execution flow of stored code.
Introduction Indexes
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Introduction Indexes
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Learn why indexes speed up data searching.
Types of Indexes
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Types of Indexes
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Differentiate indexing options for performance tuning.
Introduction to Partitions
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Introduction to Partitions
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Split large data for faster queries and maintenance.
The Process of Partitions
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The Process of Partitions
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Understand partition planning and lifecycle.
Introduction to Performance Tips
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Introduction to Performance Tips
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Start optimizing queries from day one.
Performance Tips for Fetching Data
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Performance Tips for Fetching Data
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Reduce data scans for faster reads.
Performance Tips for Filtering
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Performance Tips for Filtering
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Improve predicate performance to narrow results fast.
Introduction to AI & SQL
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Introduction to AI & SQL
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Discover how AI tools assist SQL development.
What is ChatGPT & Copilot
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What is ChatGPT & Copilot
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Compare intelligent assistants for database work.
ChatGPT vs Copilot
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ChatGPT vs Copilot
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Select the right AI tool for each SQL task.
Project Resources
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Project Resources
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Download datasets and assets used in the warehouse build.
SQL Project Types
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SQL Project Types
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Understand different real-world SQL project categories.
Intro to Data Warehouse (DWH)
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Intro to Data Warehouse (DWH)
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Learn why data warehouses power business analytics.
Introduction to EDA
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Introduction to EDA
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Learn what EDA is and why analysts start there.
Get Project Resources
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Get Project Resources
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Download the dataset and reference guide.
Introduction to the Project
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Introduction to the Project
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Overview of advanced analytics challenges.
Change Over Time Analysis
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Change Over Time Analysis
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Track metric changes across days, months, years.
Cumulative Analysis
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Cumulative Analysis
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Build cumulative measures for growth insights.