Databases • Queries • Administration

Learn SQL Server

Learn how SQL Server stores, protects, and retrieves data through practical lessons covering database fundamentals, SQL queries, backups, security, performance, and troubleshooting.

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What You Will Learn

Build a Strong Foundation

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Relational database fundamentals

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SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE

3Tables, keys, and relationships ↓

4Joins, filtering, and aggregation ↓

5Backups, restores, and security ↓

6Performance and troubleshooting ↓

YouTube Training Series

10 Focused Video Lessons

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SQL Server Fundamentals: Start Here

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Installing SQL Server for a Home Lab

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Tables, Rows, Columns, and Data Types

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Writing Your First SELECT Query

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Filtering and Sorting SQL Data

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Understanding Primary and Foreign Keys

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SQL Joins Explained Visually

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SQL Server Backup and Restore

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Indexes and Query Performance

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SQL Server Troubleshooting Lab

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Free Training Library

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Hands On Lab

SQL Server Beginner Query Lab

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Tutorial

SQL SELECT and JOIN Tutorial

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Cheat Sheet

SQL Server Commands Quick Reference

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Training Poster

SQL Troubleshooting Workflow Poster

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Continue Your Learning

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