SQL Server with Management Studio Training
Level: Foundation
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In this intro to SQL Server course, you gain the introductory skills to maximize SQL Server's benefits. Learn how to use the various administrative and development tools within SQL Server including the Microsoft BI stack of Integration Services, Analysis Services, and Reporting Services.
SQL Server offers a platform for enterprise data management, robust development, and implementation of modern Business Intelligence solutions. Attend this hands-on course and learn to leverage these features.
Key Features of this Intro to SQL Server Training:
- Learn SQL Server
- After-course instructor coaching benefit
- Learning Tree end-of-course exam included
- After-course computing sandbox included
You Will Learn How To:
- Create and administer SQL Server databases
- Write Transact-SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data
- Secure, back up, and monitor databases with Management Studio
- Integrate SQL Server with Microsoft Office
- Transform data into strategic information using Business Intelligence (BI) components
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- 4-day instructor-led training course
- After-course computing sandbox
- One-on-one after-course instructor coaching
- Tuition can be paid later by invoice -OR- at the time of checkout by credit card.
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SQL Server Training Course Description
SQL Server offers a platform for enterprise data management, robust development, and implementation of modern Business Intelligence (BI) solutions. In this hands-on course provides the foundational knowledge and skills to build SQL Server 2012 or 2014 databases and develop solutions with the BI stack. Participants learn to write Transact-SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data, integrate SQL Server with Microsoft Office, and secure, back up and monitor databases with Management Studio.
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Requirements
This is a SQL Server training for beginners so no prior experience is needed to take this course. You will learn the basics of SQL Server and gain the introductory skills needed to maximize SQL Server’s benefits.
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Software
- This course uses Microsoft SQL Server 2017, running on Windows Server 2012 R2
- This course is applicable to those using earlier versions of SQL Server
Intro to SQL Server Course Outline
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Introducing SQL Server
Overview of the SQL Server suite of products
- Fundamentals of the relational database engine
- Benefits of the Business Intelligence stack
SQL Server components and tools
- SQL Server Agent and Management Studio
- Integration Services
- Analysis Services
- Reporting Services
- Data Quality Services
- Master Data Services
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Building the Database
Constructing a relational database
- Choosing optimal file size and growth parameters
- Working with database schemas
Defining tables
- Specifying appropriate data types
- Indexing tables with Management Studio
- Adding, modifying or removing columns
Safeguarding data with constraints
- Enforcing uniqueness through primary key constraints
- Validating conditions with check constraints
- Protecting relationships with foreign keys
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Leveraging Server Programmability
Retrieving data with Transact-SQL
- Employing Query Designer to construct select statements
- Retrieving subsets of data from multiple tables using joins and the where clause criteria
- Analyzing data for aggregate functions
Modifying data with SQL commands
- Inserting new rows into tables
- Updating targeted data
- Deleting specific rows
Introduction of developing programming constructs
- Creating stored procedures for productivity
- Writing user-defined functions to simplify queries
- Deploying triggers to capture change events
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Administering SQL Server Databases
Executing the Maintenance Plan Wizard
- Defragmenting data and checking database integrity
- Improving performance by rebuilding indexes
Automating administrative tasks
- Scheduling repeating jobs
- Implementing a backup strategy
Monitoring SQL Server resources
- Displaying current activity and expensive queries
- Running reports with Management Studio
Securing the database infrastructure
- Authenticating SQL Server and Windows logins
- Assigning users to database and server roles
- Granting or revoking permissions
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Integrating External Applications
Connecting to Microsoft Office
- Pulling data from SQL Server into Excel
- Creating a front-end interface with Access
Transferring business information
- Importing and exporting data from text files
- Migrating an Access database to SQL Server
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Implementing Business Intelligence Solutions
Extracting data with Integration Services
- Transforming and cleaning data
- Loading data into a data warehouse
Information delivery with Reporting Services
- Designing reports quickly with the Report Builder
- Deploying reports for centralized access
Aggregating data with Analysis Services
- Building multidimensional cubes
- Predicting trends with data mining
Developing a Business Intelligence strategy
- Leveraging Excel and Power Pivot
- Transferring data into knowledge with BI functionality
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SQL Server Training FAQs
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Does Learning Tree offer SQL Server online training?
Yes! We know your busy work schedule may prevent you from getting to one of our classrooms which is why we offer convenient online training to meet your needs wherever you want, including online training.
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How can I earn a SQL Server Certification
As a Microsoft Gold Learning Partner, Learning Tree can help you prepare for the Microsoft exams that lead to popular SQL certifications like MCSA SQL Server Database Development and the MCSE Data Management & Analytics.
Learn more about SQL Server certification and training options ›
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