This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Get hands-on with SQL and master one of the most in-demand skills in data and software development. In this intensive bootcamp, you'll learn how to create, query, and manage databases using SQL Server, going from complete beginner to confident practitioner in just a few hours. The course begins with foundational concepts, including database architecture, installation setup, and sample data import. You'll then dive into the essential SQL commands—DDL and DML—for building and manipulating databases. Topics like data integrity, filtering, joins, and built-in functions are explained clearly, with frequent practice opportunities. As your skills grow, you'll explore more advanced techniques like subqueries, CTEs, stored procedures, and window functions. The course wraps up with a real-world capstone project analyzing EuroMart sales data—bringing all your new skills together in one cohesive challenge. Perfect for aspiring data analysts, developers, and business professionals, this course assumes no prior experience. If you’re looking to quickly build SQL skills from scratch or solidify your knowledge with real projects, this beginner-friendly course is the ideal place to start.
What you'll learn
create and manage databases using SQL Server
understand database architecture and installation setup
use essential SQL commands like DDL and DML
apply advanced techniques such as subqueries and window functions
conduct data analysis through a real-world project
Course objectives
to teach foundational concepts of databases
to provide hands-on experience with SQL commands
to prepare students for real-world data analysis challenges