This introductory course, "SQL for Beginners," is designed to provide a solid foundation for individuals who are new to SQL (Structured Query Language) and relational databases. SQL is a fundamental language used for managing and manipulating data in databases, making it an essential skill for anyone working with data-driven applications.

Participants will learn the basics of SQL syntax, database design principles, and how to perform common data operations.

Key Learning Objectives:

1. Introduction to Databases:

   • Understand the role of databases in storing and managing data.
   • Explore the basics of relational databases and their components.

2. Getting Started with SQL:

   • Learn the basic syntax of SQL commands (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE).
   • Understand how to interact with databases using SQL statements.

3. Data Retrieval with SELECT:

   • Master the SELECT statement for querying data from tables.
   • Filter and sort data using WHERE and ORDER BY clauses.

4. Data Manipulation:

   • Explore how to insert, update, and delete data in a database.
   • Understand the impact of these operations on database records.

5. Working with Multiple Tables:

   • Learn the basics of JOIN operations to combine data from multiple tables.
   • Understand relationships between tables and their importance in database design.

6. Data Filtering and Aggregation:

   • Utilize aggregate functions (SUM, AVG, COUNT, MAX, MIN) to analyze and summarize data.
   • Apply GROUP BY and HAVING clauses for grouped data analysis.

7. Database Design Principles:

   • Understand the fundamentals of designing a relational database.
   • Constraints - Primary key, foreign key, check, etc.

8. Creating and Modifying Database Structures:

   • Explore the creation and modification of database objects (tables, indexes, views).
   • Understand data types and constraints in database design.

9. Basic SQL Security:

   • Introduce basic SQL security principles, including user authentication and authorization.
   • Understand how to control access to database objects.

10. Real-world Applications:

    • Apply SQL skills to real-world scenarios and case studies.
    • Engage in hands-on exercises and projects to reinforce learning.