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    SQL courses can help you learn how to manage and query structured data in relational databases to support analysis, reporting, and application development.

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    • M

      Microsoft

      Secure Your Data at Rest

      Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Cloud Security, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Encryption Standard, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Database Management, Data Governance, Key Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Threat Modeling, Identity and Access Management, Firewall

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Data Management and Storage in the Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Management, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Data Access, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, NoSQL, Star Schema, Data Integration, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Processing, Performance Tuning

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engineer Professional Certificate en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Data Lakes, Systems Design, Dataflow, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Infrastructure, Data Visualization, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Quality Assurance, Data Architecture, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      790 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Data Engineering, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Lakes, Dataflow, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Infrastructure, Data Visualization, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Data Processing, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hive, Tensorflow

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      788 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Google Cloud Platform, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Professional Development, Data Presentation, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Developing Data Models with LookML

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Performance Tuning, SQL, Data Analysis, Business Analytics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Cybersécurité Google

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Hardening, Network Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Risk Management Framework, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux, Debugging, Cybersecurity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      452 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Project Planning and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Engineering Documentation, Product Development, Product Planning, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Product Requirements, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Big Data, Machine Learning, Data Storage, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Requirements Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      129 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Meta

      Capstone (React App)

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, GitHub, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Version Control, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Wireframing, UI Components, User Flows, Data Store, Development Environment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
      C

      Campus BBVA

      Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Data Quality, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Big Data, Exploratory Data Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Job Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Using MySQL Database with PHP

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Relational Databases, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), SQL, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Back-End Web Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • M

      Meta

      Working with Data

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, SQL, React Native, Databases, API Design, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Data Manipulation, JSON, Data Storage, Authentications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular sql courses

    • Secure Your Data at Rest: Microsoft
    • Data Management and Storage in the Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engineer Professional Certificate en Español: Google Cloud
    • Data Engineering, Big Data and ML on Google Cloud en Español: Google Cloud
    • Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job: Google Cloud
    • Developing Data Models with LookML: Google Cloud
    • Cybersécurité Google: Google
    • Project Planning and Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Capstone (React App): Meta
    • Business Analytics : Campus BBVA

    Why Learn SQL?

    SQL (Structured Query Language) is the standard language for storing, retrieving, and managing data in relational databases. It’s a critical skill in data analysis, business intelligence, and software development. Learning SQL helps you work efficiently with data, uncover insights, and support decision-making across industries.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Sql

    Knowing why you need SQL, whether for data analysis, database management, or web development, can sharpen your focus. Regular practice with SQL queries enhances your problem-solving efficiency. Online communities like Stack Overflow and SQL subreddits can offer support and solving challenges. Work on real projects such as building and querying your own databases. SQL for Data Science by the University of California, Davis is a valuable course to start with.‎

    SQL courses on Coursera help equip learners with crucial database management and querying skills:

    • Basic to advanced SQL commands for data retrieval, insertion, updating, and deletion
    • Techniques for designing and managing relational databases
    • Skills in writing complex queries to analyze and manipulate data
    • Understanding of database optimization and performance tuning
    • Application of SQL in data science for querying large datasets
    • Integration of SQL with other data analysis tools and languages‎

    SQL courses on Coursera are designed to accommodate all learners, regardless of their background:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that explain the fundamentals of SQL and relational databases.
    • Intermediate learners can enhance their skills with more complex data manipulation and optimization techniques.
    • Advanced users can explore specialized topics such as SQL for data science or database administration.‎

    After completing SQL courses on Coursera, learners can acquire credentials that may help in their career progression:

    • Professional certificates that validate your SQL skills and understanding of database management
    • Specializations that focus on specific applications of SQL, such as business intelligence or data warehousing
    • Certificates that are recognized in the tech industry and can bolster your professional qualifications‎

    SQL skills are highly sought after in various fields:

    • Database Administrator, managing and maintaining database systems
    • Data Analyst, extracting and analyzing data from complex databases
    • Business Intelligence Analyst, using SQL to create dashboards and reports for strategic decisions
    • Software Developer, integrating SQL into application development for data-driven functionalities
    • Data Scientist, leveraging SQL to manage and query large datasets for advanced analyses‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including SQL. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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