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This 5-day instructor led course provides students with the technical skills required to write basic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server.
This 5-day instructor led course provides students with the technical skills required to write basic Transact-SQL queries for Microsoft SQL Server 2014. This course is the foundation for all SQL Server-related disciplines; namely, Database Administration, Database Development and Business Intelligence. This course helps people prepare for exam 70-461.Note: This course is designed for individuals who are interested in learning SQL Server 2012 or SQL Server 2014. It covers the new features in SQL Server 2014, but also the important capabilities across the SQL Server data platform.
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ID
Duration
Level
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SQL Server
13065
5 Day(s)
Foundation
$2,975.00
Objectives
After completing this course, students will be able to:• Write SELECT queries• Query multiple tables• Sort and filter data• Describe the use of data types in SQL Server• Modify data using Transact-SQL• Use built-in functions• Group and aggregate data• Use subqueries• Use table expressions• Use set operators• Use window ranking, offset and aggregate functions• Implement pivoting and grouping sets• Execute stored procedures• Program with T-SQL• Implement error handling• Implement transactions
Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft SQL Server 2014This module introduces the SQL Server platform and major tools. It discusses editions, versions, tools used to query, documentation sources, and the logical structure of databases.LessonsThe Basic Architecture of SQL ServerSQL Server Editions and VersionsGetting Started with SQL Server Management StudioLab : Working with SQL Server 2014 ToolsWorking with SQL Server Management StudioCreating and Organizing T-SQL scriptsUsing Books OnlineModule 2: Introduction to T-SQL QueryingThis module introduces Transact SQL as the primary querying language of SQL Server. It discusses the basic structure of T-SQL queries, the logical flow of a SELECT statement, and introduces concepts such as predicates and set-based operations.LessonsIntroducing T-SQLUnderstanding SetsUnderstanding Predicate LogicUnderstanding the Logical Order of Operations in SELECT statementsLab : Introduction to Transact-SQL QueryingExecuting Basic SELECT StatementsExecuting queries which filter data using predicatesExecuting queries which sort data using ORDER BYModule 3: Writing SELECT QueriesThis module introduces the fundamentals of the SELECT statement, focusing on queries against a single table.LessonsWriting Simple SELECT StatementsEliminating Duplicates with DISTINCTUsing Column and Table AliasesWriting Simple CASE ExpressionsLab : Writing Basic SELECT StatementsWrite simple SELECT StatementsEliminate Duplicates Using DistinctUse Table and Column AliasesUse a Simple CASE ExpressionModule 4: Querying Multiple TablesThis module explains how to write queries which combine data from multiple sources in SQL Server. The module introduces the use of JOINs in T-SQL queries as a mechanism for retrieving data from multiple tables.LessonsUnderstanding JoinsQuerying with Inner JoinsQuerying with Outer JoinsQuerying with Cross Joins and Self JoinsLab : Querying Multiple TablesWriting Queries That Use Inner JoinsWriting Queries That Use Multiple-Table Inner JoinWriting Queries That Use Self JoinsWriting Queries That Use Outer JoinsWriting Queries That Use Cross JoinsModule 5: Sorting and Filtering DataThis module explains how to enhance queries to limit the rows they return, and to control the order in which the rows are displayed. The module also discusses how to resolve missing and unknown results.LessonsSorting DataFiltering Data with a WHERE ClauseFiltering with the TOP and OFFSET-FETCH OptionsWorking with Unknown and Missing ValuesLab : Sorting and Filtering DataWriting Queries That Filter Data Using a WHERE ClauseWriting Queries That Filter Data Using an ORDER BY ClauseWriting Queries That Filter Data Using the TOP OptionWriting Queries That Filter Data Using the OFFSET-FETCH ClauseModule 6: Working with SQL Server 2014 Data TypesThis module explains the data types SQL Server uses to store data. It introduces the many types of numeric and special-use data types. It also explains conversions between data types, and the importance of type precedence.LessonsIntroducing SQL Server 2014 Data TypesWorking with Character DataWorking with Date and Time DataLab : Working with SQL Server 2014 Data TypesWriting Queries That Return Date and Time DataWriting Queries That Use Date and Time FunctionsWriting Queries That Return Character DataWriting Queries That Use Character FunctionsModule 7: Using DML to Modify DataThis module describes the use of Transact-SQL Data Manipulation Language to perform inserts, updates, and deletes to your data.LessonsInserting DataModifying and Deleting DataLab : Using DML to Modify DataInserting DataUpdating and Deleting DataModule 8: Using Built-In FunctionsThis module introduces the use of functions that are built in to SQL Server Denali, and will discuss some common usages including data type conversion, testing for logical results and nullability.LessonsWriting Queries with Built-In FunctionsUsing Conversion FunctionsUsing Logical FunctionsUsing Functions to Work with NULLLab : Using Built-In FunctionsWrite queries which use conversion functionsWrite queries which use logical functionsWrite queries which test for nullabilityModule 9: Grouping and Aggregating DataThis module introduces methods for grouping data within a query, aggregating the grouped data and filtering groups with HAVING. The module is designed to help the student grasp why a SELECT clause has restrictions placed upon column naming in the GROUP BY clause as well as which columns may be listed in the SELECT clause.LessonsUsing Aggregate FunctionsUsing the GROUP BY ClauseFiltering Groups with HAVINGLab : Grouping and Aggregating DataWrite queries which use the GROUP BY clauseWrite queries which use aggregate functionsWrite queries which use distinct aggregate functionsWrite queries which filter groups with the HAVING clauseModule 10: Using SubqueriesThis module will introduce the use of subqueries in various parts of a SELECT statement. It will include the use of scalar and multi-result subqueries, and the use of the IN and EXISTS operators.LessonsWriting Self-Contained SubqueriesWriting Correlated SubqueriesUsing the EXISTS Predicate with SubqueriesLab : Using SubqueriesWrite queries which use self-contained subqueriesWrite queries which use scalar and multi-result subqueriesWrite queries which use correlated subqueries and EXISTS predicate
Module 11: Using Table ExpressionsThis module introduces T-SQL expressions which return a valid relational table, typically for further use in the query. The module discusses views, derived tables, common table expressions and inline table-valued functions.LessonsUsing Derived TablesUsing Common Table ExpressionsUsing ViewsUsing Inline Table-Valued FunctionsLab : Using Table ExpressionsWrite Queries Which Use ViewsWrite Queries Which Use Derived TablesWrite Queries Which Use Common Table ExpressionsWrite Queries Which Use Inline Table-Valued FunctionsModule 12: Using Set OperatorsThis module introduces Microsoft SharePoint Server as a platform for BI, and then focuses on building BI dashboards and scorecards with PerformancePoint Services.LessonsWriting Queries with the UNION OperatorUsing EXCEPT and INTERSECTUsing APPLYLab : Using Set OperatorsWrite queries which use UNION set operators and UNION ALL multi-set operatorsWrite queries which use CROSS APPLY and OUTER APPLY operatorsWrite queries which use EXCEPT and INTERSECT operatorsModule 13: Using Window Ranking, Offset, and Aggregate FunctionsThis module introduces window functions including ranking, aggregate and offset functions. Much of this functionality is new to SQL Server 2012. It will cover the use of T-SQL functions such as ROW_NUMBER, RANK, DENSE_RANK, NTILE, LAG, LEAD, FIRST_VALUE and LAST_VALUE to perform calculations against a set, or window, of rows.LessonsCreating Windows with OVERExploring Window FunctionsLab : Using Window Ranking, Offset and Aggregate FunctionsWrite queries which use ranking functionsWrite queries which use offset functionsWrite queries which use window aggregate functionsModule 14: Pivoting and Grouping SetsThis module discusses techniques for pivoting data in T-SQL as well to introduce the fundamentals of the GROUPING SETS clause. It will also cover the use of GROUP BY ROLLUP and GROUP BY CUBE syntax in SQL Server.LessonsWriting Queries with PIVOT and UNPIVOTWorking with Grouping SetsLab : Pivoting and Grouping SetsWrite queries which use the PIVOT operatorWrite queries which use the UNPIVOT operatorWrite queries which use the GROUPING SETS subclauseModule 15: Executing Stored ProceduresThis module introduces the use of existing stored procedures in a T-SQL querying environment. It discusses the use of EXECUTE, how to pass input and output parameters to a procedure, and how to invoke system stored procedures.LessonsQuerying Data with Stored ProceduresPassing Parameters to Stored ProceduresCreating Simple Stored ProceduresWorking with Dynamic SQLLab : Executing Stored ProceduresUse the EXECUTE statement to invoke stored proceduresPass parameters to stored proceduresExecute system stored proceduresModule 16: Programming with T-SQLThis module provides a basic introduction to T-SQL programming concepts and objects. It discusses batches, variables, control of flow elements such as loops and conditionals, how to create and execute dynamic SQL statements, and how to use synonyms.LessonsT-SQL Programming ElementsControlling Program FlowLab : Programming with T-SQLDeclaring Variables and Delimiting BatchesUsing Control-of-Flow ElementsGenerating Dynamic SQLUsing SynonymsModule 17: Implementing Error HandlingThis module introduces the use of error handlers in T-SQL code. It will introduce the difference between compile errors and run-time errors, and will cover how errors affect batches. The module will also cover how to control error handling using TRY/CATCH blocks, the use of the ERROR class of functions, and the use of the new THROW statement.LessonsUsing TRY / CATCH BlocksWorking with Error InformationLab : Implementing Error HandlingRedirecting Errors with TRY / CATCHUsing THROW to Pass an Error Message Back to a ClientModule 18: Implementing TransactionsThis module introduces the concepts of transaction management in SQL Server. It will provide a high-level overview of transaction properties, cover the basics of marking transactions with BEGIN, COMMIT and ROLLBACK.LessonsTransactions and the Database EngineControlling TransactionsIsolation LevelsLab : Implementing TransactionsControlling transactions with BEGIN, COMMIT, and ROLLBACKAdding error handling to a CATCH block
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MCSA: SQL Server 2012/2014
This course requires that you meet the following prerequisites:Working knowledge of relational databases.Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Windows operating system and its core functionality.
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