Introduction to SQL Databases (10985CC) Training Course

This course is tailored for system administrators, developers, and database specialists.

Training Objectives:

• Develop and reinforce competencies in database creation and management
• Master SQL syntax for retrieving and modifying data
• Implement security protocols within the database environment
• Utilize advanced features such as replication, automation, and Business Intelligence (BI)
• Leverage Microsoft SQL Server capabilities to build complex reports and developer solutions

This course is designed for delegates who are already familiar with SQL in the Microsoft SQL Server 2008/2012 environment. It emphasizes set-based querying and query tuning, including working with indexes and analyzing execution plans.

Additionally, the training covers table expressions, ranking functions, and strategies for handling partitioned tables.

Mastering advanced Transact-SQL for Microsoft SQL Server empowers enterprise database automation. This course explores essential development constructs such as procedural programming, structured error handling, transaction management, cursor usage, stored procedures, and database triggers. It prepares experienced developers to design complex backend data operations, minimize application-layer overhead, and create robust, production-ready solutions for critical database applications in enterprise settings.

About This Course

This course explores the essential methods and best practices aligned with business and technical requirements for modeling, visualizing, and analyzing data using Power BI. It demonstrates how to access and process data from diverse sources, covering both relational and non-relational systems. Additionally, it covers implementing robust security standards and policies across the Power BI ecosystem, including datasets and groups, as well as managing and deploying reports and dashboards for effective sharing and content distribution.

Audience Profile

This course is designed for data professionals and business intelligence specialists seeking to master data analysis with Power BI. It also targets developers who create reports that visualize data from cloud-based and on-premises data platform technologies.

Skills gained

• Ingest, clean, and transform data
• Model data for performance and scalability
• Design and create reports for data analysis
• Apply and perform advanced report analytics
• Manage and share report assets

The SQL 2016 Querying course 20761 is designed to build skills in writing queries for the Transact-SQL language.

This SQL training course is designed for individuals seeking to develop foundational skills in working with SQL Server databases. Participants will learn:

• How to effectively use SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio.
• The concepts behind databases, SQL, and Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
• How to create tables and utilize DDL, DML, and DCL.
• An overview of various RDBMS solutions available on the market and how they compare.
• Introduction to NoSQL and how organizations are transitioning toward hybrid database architectures.

Writing efficient SQL queries against Microsoft SQL Server builds the foundation behind every enterprise data pipeline. Explores core techniques starting with relational database models, then progresses through data retrieval, filtering, sorting, and aggregation using grouping functions and subqueries. Guides participants through multi-table joins, set operators, DML operations, and transaction control to extract and manipulate business intelligence datasets reliably.

Microsoft SQL Server serves as a relational database management system (RDBMS) designed for efficient data storage and retrieval.

This instructor-led live training, available either onsite or remotely, guides participants through the fundamental SQL skills required to query Microsoft SQL Server databases.

Upon completing this course, participants will be equipped to:

• Install and set up Microsoft SQL Server
• Query Microsoft SQL Server databases using the Transact-SQL (T-SQL) language
• Grasp the core principles of database design
• Optimize database performance through normalization
• Leverage aggregate functions to produce results akin to "pivot-tables"
• Connect to Microsoft SQL Server via Excel

Target Audience

• Data analysts
• Business Intelligence professionals
• Business managers
• Excel experts looking to broaden their analytical capabilities

Course Format

• Engaging lectures combined with group discussions
• Extensive exercises and practical application
• Practical implementation within a live-lab environment

Course Customization Options

• The training is based on the most recent version of Microsoft SQL Server
• To arrange a customized version of this course, please contact us directly.

SQL Server is Microsoft's enterprise-grade relational database management system, engineered for the efficient storage, management, and retrieval of data.

This instructor-led live training (available online or onsite) targets intermediate IT professionals seeking to administer, configure, and maintain SQL Server environments.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Installing and configuring SQL Server environments.
• Managing databases, user accounts, and access permissions.
• Monitoring system performance and resolving technical issues.
• Automating routine tasks through jobs and maintenance plans.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical application.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Customization Options

• To arrange a customized training version of this course, please contact us.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level database administrators who wish to deepen their knowledge of SQL Server for efficient database management, performance tuning, high availability, and advanced troubleshooting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Administer and configure SQL Server instances using best practices.
• Optimize performance of queries and databases.
• Implement high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in production environments.A

This instructor-led live training, available online or onsite, is directed at intermediate-level database administrators who wish to gain the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage and administer SQL Server databases using SQL Server Management Studio.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand system requirements and perform installations.
• Create, configure, and manage databases using SSMS.
• Manage logins, users, roles, and permissions.
• Perform various types of backups and restore databases.
• Create, schedule, and manage jobs using SQL Server Agent.
• Implement best practices for efficient and secure SQL Server administration.

SSAS (SQL Server Analysis Services) is a Microsoft SQL Server tool designed for OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) and data mining, enabling the analysis of data across multiple databases, tables, or files. The semantic data models generated by SSAS serve client applications such as Power BI, Excel, Reporting Services, and various other data visualization tools.

This instructor-led live training, available either onsite or remotely, equips participants with the skills to utilize SSAS for analyzing large volumes of data stored in databases and data warehouses.

Upon completing this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure SSAS
• Grasp the relationships between SSAS, SSIS, and SSRS
• Apply multidimensional data modeling to derive business insights
• Design OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) cubes
• Query and manipulate multidimensional data using the MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) language
• Deploy real-world BI solutions leveraging SSAS

Audience

• BI (Business Intelligence) professionals
• Data Analysts
• Database and data warehousing specialists

Format of the Course

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Extensive exercises and practical work
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment

Course Customization Options

• This training utilizes the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server and SSAS.
• To request a customized training session for this course, please contact us to arrange it.

This instructor-led, live training in Slovakia (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level data professionals who wish to learn how to design, implement, and manage SSIS packages to perform data integration and transformation tasks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the architecture and components of SSIS.
• Design and implement ETL processes using SSIS.
• Use SSIS tools to develop, deploy, and manage data integration solutions.
• Troubleshoot and optimize SSIS packages for performance and reliability.

SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) serves as a core component of Microsoft SQL Server, offering a robust platform for data integration and workflow automation. It is widely utilized for executing data migration, warehousing, and transformation processes.

This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is designed for intermediate-level data professionals and developers seeking to master the design of advanced SSIS data flows, complex transformations, and the management of Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) specifically for data warehousing use cases.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be equipped to:

• Design and implement resilient data flows utilizing SSIS.
• Effectively work with diverse data sources, destinations, and transformation tools.
• Implement Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) to accurately manage historical data changes.
• Deploy, execute, and troubleshoot SSIS packages with high efficiency.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and group discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• For organizations requiring a tailored training experience, please contact us to arrange a customized session.

Participants will develop a solid understanding of several advanced Transact SQL features and acquire the ability to perform the following tasks:

• Execute queries that return complex result sets
• Manage database objects to enhance query performance
• Optimize queries for greater efficiency

This course is designed for professionals who currently use Transact SQL to extract data from Microsoft SQL Server databases and wish to deepen their expertise, particularly in data analysis and improving query speed.