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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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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.

Dive into MySQL, a powerful database system for developers handling complex data structures. Learning MySQL equips you with skil...Show More

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

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

Familiarity with core components of MySQL, including aggregate and window functions

TAKEAWAY SKILLS

SQL

Data Extraction

Content

68 Lessons10 Quizzes1 Assessment

Getting Started

2 Lessons

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

Introduction to the Course

MySQL Shell

Data Types

5 Lessons

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

Introduction to Data Types

Date and Time

Conversion

Summary for Data Types

Quiz: Data Types

SQL Statements

7 Lessons

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

Introduction to SQL Statements

User-Defined Variables

Common Table Expressions

Transactional Statements

Prepared Statements

Summary for SQL Statements

Quiz: SQL Statements

Flow Control Functions

4 Lessons

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

Introduction to Flow Control Functions

Flow Control Statements: IF and CASE

Summary for Flow Control Functions

Quiz: Flow Control Functions

String Functions

5 Lessons

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

Introduction to String Functions

Regular Expressions

Full-Text Search

Summary for String Functions

Quiz: String Functions

Date and Time Functions

7 Lessons

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

Introduction to Date and Time Functions

Creating Date/Time Values

Accessing Date/Time Values

Modifying Date/Time Values

Comparing Date/Time Values

Summary for Date and Time Functions

Quiz: Date and Time Functions

Aggregate Functions

5 Lessons

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

Introduction to Aggregate Functions

Using GROUP BY with the WITH ROLLUP Modifier

The GROUPING() Function

Summary for Aggregate Functions

Quiz: Aggregate Functions

Window Functions

7 Lessons

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

Introduction to Window Functions

Frame Specification

Row Access Inside a Partition

Row Access Inside a Frame

Ranking Inside a Partition

Summary for Window Functions

Quiz: Window Functions

Recursion

6 Lessons

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

Introduction to Recursion

Recursive Common Table Expressions (CTEs)

Recursive CTEs with UNION vs. UNION ALL

Optimizations and Limitations of Recursive CTEs

Summary for Recursion

Quiz: Recursion

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JSON and XML

10 Lessons

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

Introduction to JSON and XML

Importing Data

Creating JSON Values

Searching JSON Values

Modifying JSON Values

Converting JSON Values to a Relational Table

Searching XML Values

Modifying XML Values

Summary for JSON and XML

Quiz: JSON and XML

11.

Spatial Data

9 Lessons

Master spatial data management in MySQL for enhanced operational efficiency and analysis.

Introduction to Spatial Data

Spatial Data Types and Formats

Creating Spatial Entities

Spatial Operators

Analyzing Properties of Spatial Entities

Analyzing Relationships Between Spatial Entities

Working with Documents in GeoJSON

Summary for Spatial Data

Quiz: Spatial Data

Mastering Advanced SQL Techniques with MySQL

Assessment

12.

Conclusion

1 Lessons

Recap key concepts of Advances SQL techniques.

Wrap Up

Certificate of Completion

Showcase your accomplishment by sharing your certificate of completion.

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