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Mastering Advanced SQL Techniques with MySQL

Learn advanced SQL, starting with SQL basics, data types, JSON/XML, and spatial data, and covering advanced techniques for dynamic and efficient database management.

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68 Lessons
10h
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
  • Familiarity with core components of MySQL, including aggregate and window functions
  • Hands-on experience with recursive queries and optimization techniques using MySQL
  • A working knowledge of handling and manipulating JSON and XML data in MySQL
  • The ability to work with spatial data using MySQL

Learning Roadmap

68 Lessons10 Quizzes1 Assessment

1.

Getting Started

Getting Started

Master advanced SQL techniques in MySQL, focusing on practical applications and modern data formats.

2.

Data Types

Data Types

Explore MySQL’s data types, focusing on numeric, date, string, spatial, and JSON categories.

3.

SQL Statements

SQL Statements

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Master SQL statements, user-defined variables, CTEs, and transaction management for efficient database interaction.

4.

Flow Control Functions

Flow Control Functions

4 Lessons

4 Lessons

Master flow control functions in MySQL for effective conditional logic in SQL queries.

5.

String Functions

String Functions

5 Lessons

5 Lessons

For advanced text manipulation, explore string functions, regex, and full-text search in MySQL.

6.

Date and Time Functions

Date and Time Functions

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Master date and time management in MySQL with essential functions and techniques.

7.

Aggregate Functions

Aggregate Functions

5 Lessons

5 Lessons

Master aggregate functions, GROUP BY, and GROUPING for efficient data analysis in MySQL.

8.

Window Functions

Window Functions

7 Lessons

7 Lessons

Master advanced SQL window functions for enhanced data analysis and retrieval.

9.

Recursion

Recursion

6 Lessons

6 Lessons

Master recursion and optimize recursive CTEs for advanced SQL problem-solving.

10.

JSON and XML

JSON and XML

10 Lessons

10 Lessons

Explore JSON and XML data handling in MySQL, focusing on creation, modification, and querying.

11.

Spatial Data

Spatial Data

9 Lessons

9 Lessons

Master spatial data management in MySQL for enhanced operational efficiency and analysis.
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
Dive into MySQL, a powerful database system for developers handling complex data structures. Learning MySQL equips you with skills for diverse applications, from web development to advanced data analysis, enhancing your ability to manage and manipulate data efficiently. This course starts with MySQL Shell basics, leading to exploring data types and mastery of SQL statements. You will learn about user-defined variables and table expressions and delve into JSON and XML data handling. The course also covers spatial data management and advanced techniques like recursive queries and window functions. Each module builds upon the last, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of MySQL’s capabilities. After completing this course, you will have a solid grasp of MySQL and be ready to solve intricate data problems. This expertise opens doors to advanced database roles and opportunities, elevating your career in the tech industry.

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