Analyze Data with SQL
Learn to analyze data with SQL and prepare for technical interviews.
Includes SQL, Data Science, Command Line, SQLite, Databases, Queries, Tables, and more.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
6 weeksCertificate of completion
YesPrerequisites
None
About this skill path
All companies use data now, and most of it is stored in databases. In this Skill Path, you will use SQL queries to create databases, pull data from databases, and analyze the results. You will practice your skills with real-world marketing and user analysis case studies, and prepare for technical interviews. Interested in a career as a data analyst? This Skill Path is the perfect place to start.
Skills you'll gain
- Read and write databases with SQL
- Turn raw data into actionable insights
- Compute standard business metrics
Syllabus
8 units • 15 lessons • 18 projects • 5 quizzes- 1
Getting Started with SQL
Learn the basics of SQL databases and build your own.
- 2
Writing Basic Queries
Write your own queries to access data and apply your SQL knowledge to complete real-world projects.
- 3
Calculating Aggregates
Increase the number of tools in your SQL toolset by learning about aggregates, then apply them to datasets to discover new insights.
- 4
Joining Multiple Tables
Expand your abilities by joining multiple sources of data.
- 5
Going Off-Platform
Set up a SQL database on your own computer and practice the commands you’ve learned.
- 6
Analyze Real Data with SQL
Combine everything that you learned to solve real business problems.
- 7
Advanced SQL
Dive into the more advanced SQL topics like window functions, math functions, and date functions.
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Projects in this skill path
- Project
Create a Table
Build fluency in SQL manipulation. We're going to practice creating tables in SQL so you can hone your skills and feel confident taking them to the real world. - Project
New York Restaurants
Practice writing the most common types of queries. - Project
RPA Fraud Detection
Reputable Product Agency (RPA) has started receiving complaints from their credit card processor about fraudulent transactions. Help your finance department identify potentially risky transactions before they finish processing.
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