What you’ll learn: Basic SQL, working with databases, querying, filtering, sorting data, practical exercises

Databases power almost every modern application — from online stores and banking systems to social networks and mobile apps. Learning SQL gives you the ability to work with structured data confidently and efficiently.

Who This Course Is For

• Complete beginners with no database experience

• Career changers entering IT

• Future Data Analysts and Business Analysts

• Junior Developers who need database knowledge

• IT Support specialists who want to expand their skills

No previous programming experience is required.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Understand what databases are and how they function

• Work with relational databases

• Write SQL queries to retrieve data

• Filter results using conditions

• Sort and organize data

• Combine data from multiple tables

• Use aggregate functions for reporting

• Apply SQL skills in practical business scenarios

The course focuses on real-world data tasks rather than abstract theory.

Technologies Covered

• SQL fundamentals

• Relational databases (such as MySQL or PostgreSQL concepts)

• Database management tools

• Basic data modeling principles

Students will work in a hands-on environment where they practice writing and testing real queries.

Course Structure

Module 1: Introduction to Databases

• What is a database?

• Types of databases

• Relational database structure

• Tables, rows, columns

• Primary and foreign keys

Students will learn how data is organized and stored.

Module 2: Basic SQL Queries

• SELECT statement

• Retrieving specific columns

• Aliases

• Understanding query syntax

Students will begin writing real SQL queries.

Module 3: Filtering Data

• WHERE clause

• Comparison operators (=, >, <, BETWEEN, IN)

• Logical operators (AND, OR, NOT)

• Pattern matching with LIKE

Students will learn how to extract specific data from large datasets.

Module 4: Sorting and Limiting Results

• ORDER BY

• ASC and DESC sorting

• LIMIT and OFFSET

Students will control how data is displayed.

Module 5: Working with Multiple Tables

• Introduction to JOIN

• INNER JOIN

• LEFT JOIN

• Understanding relationships between tables

Students will combine data from multiple sources.

Module 6: Aggregate Functions and Reporting

• COUNT

• SUM

• AVG

• GROUP BY

• HAVING

Students will create simple analytical reports.

Module 7: Practical Business Scenarios

Students will work with sample databases such as:

• Online store database

• Employee management system

• Customer database

They will solve tasks such as:

• Finding top-selling products

• Identifying active customers

• Generating monthly sales reports

• Filtering employees by department

Practical Exercises

Throughout the course, students complete:

• Guided SQL tasks

• Real-world query challenges

• Mini case studies

• Final practical project involving a full database analysis task

The final project demonstrates real SQL proficiency and can be included in a beginner portfolio.

Skills You Will Gain

• Structured data thinking

• Analytical mindset

• Ability to extract and organize information

• Confidence working with databases

• Understanding how backend systems manage data

Career Opportunities After This Course

After completing this course, students can move toward:

• Junior Data Analyst

• Business Intelligence Assistant

• Junior Backend Developer

• Database Assistant

• IT Support with database skills

SQL is one of the most in-demand technical skills across industries, including finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and technology.

Learning Format

• Step-by-step video lessons

• Interactive SQL practice

• Real-world exercises

• Final portfolio-ready project

• Downloadable practice datasets

Why Choose This Course?

• Designed specifically for beginners

• No prior coding knowledge required

• Strong focus on practical application

• Real business examples

• Career-oriented approach

Understanding SQL and databases opens the door to multiple IT career paths. This course provides a clear, structured, and practical introduction to one of the most valuable skills in today’s job market.