Introduction to SQL Databases Covers the basics of databases, types (relational and non-relational), and the importance of SQL for managing relational databases.
Database Models and Architecture Explains database models like hierarchical, relational, and network models, along with SQL database architecture.
Installing and Setting up SQL Environment Teaches how to install and configure SQL software like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Microsoft SQL Server.
Database Design and Normalization Covers the principles of database design, including normalization techniques to reduce redundancy.
Creating Databases and Tables Explains how to create databases, tables, and define data types for each column.
SQL Data Types Introduces data types such as INT, VARCHAR, DATE, and BOOLEAN for defining table structures.
Inserting Data into Tables Teaches how to insert records into tables using the INSERT statement.
Retrieving Data with SELECT Queries Covers the SELECT statement to retrieve data and filter results with WHERE clauses.
Using Operators in SQL Explains SQL operators like arithmetic, comparison, and logical operators to manipulate data.
SQL Functions and Aggregations Teaches how to use functions like COUNT(), SUM(), AVG(), MIN(), and MAX() for summarizing data.
GROUP BY and HAVING Clauses Explains how to group records using GROUP BY and filter aggregated results with HAVING.
Sorting Data with ORDER BY Covers how to sort query results in ascending or descending order using ORDER BY.
Updating and Deleting Records Teaches how to modify data with UPDATE and remove records with DELETE.
Joins in SQL Explains inner, outer, left, and right joins to combine data from multiple tables.
Subqueries and Nested Queries Covers how to use subqueries to perform complex data retrieval operations.
Views in SQL Teaches how to create virtual tables using VIEW to simplify queries and enhance security.
Indexes and Performance Optimization Explains how indexes improve query performance and when to use them effectively.
SQL Constraints Covers constraints like PRIMARY KEY, FOREIGN KEY, UNIQUE, and NOT NULL to ensure data integrity.
Transactions and ACID Properties Teaches how to manage transactions with COMMIT and ROLLBACK while ensuring ACID compliance.
Stored Procedures and Functions Explains how to create reusable code blocks using stored procedures and functions.
Triggers in SQL Teaches how to create triggers to execute actions automatically in response to specific database events.
User Roles and Permissions Covers how to manage user access with roles and permissions to secure the database.
Database Backup and Restore Explains how to back up and restore SQL databases to prevent data loss.
Handling Errors and Exceptions Teaches how to manage errors with SQL error handling mechanisms.
Working with Date and Time Functions Covers SQL functions for manipulating date and time values, such as NOW() and DATEADD().
Advanced SQL Queries Teaches complex queries like UNION, INTERSECT, and recursive queries for advanced data retrieval.
SQL and Data Import/Export Explains how to import/export data between SQL databases and other file formats (CSV, JSON).
Connecting SQL with Programming Languages Teaches how to integrate SQL with Python, Java, and other languages using libraries and connectors.
Database Security and Encryption Covers encryption techniques and security measures to protect sensitive data in SQL databases.
Performance Tuning and Query Optimization Explains techniques for optimizing SQL queries and improving database performance.
Capstone Project Students will build a complete database application, applying all concepts learned during the course.
