EssentialSQL: SQL Certification Practice Test 70-761
Description
This SQL certification practice test is a great way to test your SQL knowledge, receive instance feedback, so you can see where you need to improve.
These quizzes are a great way to study for certifications or interviews. Whether you're a data engineer, junior developer, business analyst, or junior dba, you'll find these quizzes help you more quickly understand SQL vocabular and concepts.
You'll benefit by...
Finding gaps in knowledge so you'll know what to learn, and not wasting time on stuff you know.
Experiencing questions, you'll expect to see on the test. Gain Confidence! Take out the mystery of the unknown.
Understanding which area of study require more focus.
Reducing anxiety, by getting better prepared and knowing what to expect.
By practicing, you learn more and increase your chance to pass the certification.
Overall there are four quizzes with 205 questions total.
All quiz questions tagged with knowledge areas, so you'll know where you doing well, and where to study more.
I’ve separated the tests into four parts. This makes it great for both beginner and intermediate students to use the tests to prepare for your next SQL Certification or Interview.
The first is more basic, with 72 questions covering the following topics:
Filtering Data
Grouping and Aggregating Data
Joins
Set Operators
Sorting Data
SQL Overview
Subqueries
Writing Select Queries
The second quiz has 35 questions and covers Types and Built-in Functions:
Data Types
Built-in Functions*
The third quiz covers intermediate to advance query techniques. There are 51 questions covering the following topics:
Common Table Expressions
JSON and XML
Pivoting and Grouping
Query Optimization*
Relational Database Concepts
Window Functions
The final quiz covers table creation, data modification, and stored procedure related topics. There are 47 questions for you to practice with:
Creating Tables and Views
Modifying Data
Stored Procedures*
Transaction and Isolation Levels*
* emphasis on SQL Server
The passing score for each test is 75% percent. Both are timed tests.
Can I take the tests more than once?
Yes, you can take the test as many times as you wish. Each time you take the test, the questions are resorted and presented to you in a new random order.
Is there a time limit for each test?
Yes, there is a time limit for each test. The time limit is based on the number of questions. An average you get one minute per question.
What is the passing grade?
You need a 75% grade to pass the certification test.
How long do I have access to the tests?
You have lifetime access. Take the test as many times as you wish, for as long as you wish!
What is the test format?
The test is in multiple choice format. But many of the answers are SQL code example.
Will I get feedback from the test?
Yes, for each question we’ll let you know what is the correct answer and what areas you need to focus on for further study.
What do you mean by, Emphasis on SQL Server?
What I mean is that though most of the question are relevant to various SQL dialects, such as MySQL and PostgreSQL, I know there are some areas that are specific to SQL Server. For instance, annoyingly, all the SQL flavors seem to have their own slightly different set of built-in functions. They mostly do the same things, but yeah, they're different!
What If I don't Understand a Question?
Post a question in the course Q&A. I’ll do my best to answer it!
Who this course is for:
- Candidates getting ready for that next SQL certification or job interview.
- Data Engineers, Business Analysts, and Developers looking for a bit more SQL practice.
- Students and professionals looking to hone their SQL Server knowledge
- Ambitious folks working on their SQL Data Engineer Skills
Instructors
![Kris Wenzel](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" viewBox="0 0 64 64"%3E%3C/svg%3E){kind=avatar}
- 4.5 Instructor Rating
- 1,338 Reviews
- 7,718 Students
- 5 Courses
If you're interested in learning SQL, you're in the right place.
I'm here to help you build a strong foundation in all aspects of SQL: from the very first steps to complex data architectures and designs. Many people struggle with where to begin learning SQL, but you don’t have to!! Essential SQL is my platform for bringing all aspects of SQL to you.
With more than 30 years of experience in SQL and a degree in Computer Engineering from the University of Michigan, I am passionate about helping others learn this valuable skill. As a blogger, I share SQL tips and how-to articles with over a million readers each year on my blog, Essential SQL. In addition, I have been teaching online for over eight years to people from various industries, including accounting, purchasing, and human resources.
In my professional life, I work with large corporations to design data warehouses that support business intelligence and data science activities. I believe that SQL is a valuable skill that is within reach for anyone, and my courses are designed to help you learn and grow with the technology.
So, what will you get out of my courses?
You will learn SQL from the ground up and progress to advanced concepts. Whether you are a beginner with no prior experience in SQL or looking to expand your knowledge and skills, these courses are tailored to meet your needs.
One of the key features of my courses is the hands-on experience and exercises that I provide. Instead of just talking about concepts and theories, I believe that the best way to learn is by doing. That's why my courses are packed with practical exercises that allow you to apply what they have learned and see the results for yourself.
As you work through my courses, I will be with you every step of the way to provide guidance and support. I will walk you through the very basics of SQL, such as selecting data from tables and filtering results, and then progress to more advanced topics like creating and modifying tables, working with data types, and using built-in functions. By the end of the course, you will have a solid understanding of SQL and be able to apply what you have learned to real-world situations.
In short, my Essential SQL courses offer a comprehensive and practical learning experience that will take you from the very basics to advanced concepts in SQL. Whether you are looking to improve your career prospects, solve problems more efficiently, or just want to learn more about this powerful language, my courses have you covered.
What are Students Saying?
For the lessons I have covered so far, the instructor is doing a great job in explaining key concepts of stored procedure with several examples of SQL statements to refine business logic. Pretty cool -- Billandre O.
Teaching style is really practical. It takes a depth of topical understanding to reduce the topic to an accessible form. He’s got those skillz – Mathew C
I like the way Kris teaches delicate subjects in simple English. This course helps students and beginners to better understand Database Design and Data Modeling. I highly recommend it to start your journey in the relational database world. – Radouane B
So far this course teach me in a very short of time how to get confidence with Stored Procedures. I need to learn the subject quick for a job interview . But it's not only basic staff. The lecture gave important example and teach us to use it in the most advantage way for SQL. – Yael M.
Excellent course with clear explanations. The instructor had an easy and likeable approach that comprehensively answered how to wield the power of the subquery. Highly recommended. – Andre M
So what are you waiting for? Enroll in one of my courses today.
See you in class.
Kris
- 4.5 Instructor Rating
- 1,338 Reviews
- 7,718 Students
- 5 Courses
Welcome to EssentialSQL, where we believe in the power of hands-on learning to master SQL. If you're a business analyst feeling overwhelmed by the abundance of information available on the internet, we're here to help.
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