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SQL for Beginners : Practical SQL + AI + Job Projects(2026)

Name: SQL for Beginners : Practical SQL + AI + Job Projects(2026)
Rating: 4.7 (40 reviews)

Master SQL from scratch with MySQL, 4 job simulations, 4 resume-ready projects & smart AI-powered learning

Created byChandra Venkat

Last updated 6/2026

English

What you'll learn

Learn SQL from scratch using simple examples and real-world scenarios
Write SQL queries to filter, join, group, and analyze data
Understand how to break down a problem and solve it step-by-step using SQL
Practice solving SQL exercises inspired by real business use cases
Understand how SQL is used in roles like full stack developer, data engineer, data analyst & database tester
Use ChatGPT to get query suggestions, fix errors, and structure step-by-step SQL solutions
Build the right mindset to approach SQL tasks in interviews and real projects
Strengthen your portfolio with 4 resume-ready projects and 4 job-role simulations

Course content

16 sections • 100 lectures • 6h 15m total length

How to Navigate This Course4:07
A quick introduction to the course, what you’ll learn, and how to get the most value from each module — whether you’re a complete beginner or revisiting SQL concepts.

What is SQL?2:06
Learn the role of SQL in managing structured data and its importance in modern applications
Database vs Table3:01
Understand database structure using a relatable Excel-based comparison
Install MySQL + Dataset7:51
Set up MySQL and load a sample dataset to start running real queries
Create Database, Table & Types4:42
Learn how to create databases and tables using SQL commands.
Try It – Create Table0:41
Keys & Constraints9:44
Understand how keys maintain relationships and data integrity in a database
Try It – Add Constraints0:47
ALTER Table6:37
Modify existing tables using ALTER statements to add or change columns
Try It – ALTER Table0:41

SELECT & WHERE5:49
Learn how to retrieve data with SELECT and apply filters using WHERE
Try It – SELECT & WHERE0:22
Filters: IN, NULL, AND/OR12:11
Use multiple value filters and handle NULLs effectively in your queries
Try It – Filters0:59
LIKE & Pattern Match3:58
Match text patterns using SQL wildcards for flexible searching
Try It – Pattern Match0:39
Sort & Limit6:00
Sort results, remove duplicates, and limit output rows
Try It – Sort & Limit0:51
DML: Insert/Update/Delete9:52
Add, modify, or remove data from a table with core DML commands
Try It – DML1:00
Text & Number Functions8:54
Format and manipulate text and numeric values in SQL
Try It – Text & Numeric Functions1:19
Date Functions4:33
Perform filtering and formatting operations on date columns
Try It – Date Functions0:51

SQL Joins11:44
Combine data from multiple tables using different types of JOINs
Try It – SQL JOINS1:25
Aggregate Functions7:09
Summarize data using built-in aggregation functions
Try it - Aggregate Functions0:57
GROUP BY & HAVING15:54
Group results and apply filters to grouped data
Try It – GROUP BY & HAVING1:13
CASE WHEN (Conditional Logic)17:17
Create conditional columns using CASE WHEN for custom logic
Try It – CASE WHEN (Conditional Logic)1:09
UNION vs UNION ALL7:48
Merge datasets with or without removing duplicates
Try It – UNION & UNION ALL1:01
Recap so far0:39

Window Functions11:12
Apply row-level analytics and ranking functions within partitions
Try It – Window Functions1:01
Subqueries19:40
Write nested queries to filter or join based on dynamic conditions

Quick Navigation for This Video:
2:50 → Subquery in WHERE clause
12:10 → Subquery in SELECT clause
14:35 → Subquery in FROM clause
Try It – Subqueries1:13
CTEs (WITH Clause)12:42
Use Common Table Expressions (CTEs) to simplify and modularize queries
Try It – CTEs (WITH Clause)1:15
Query Optimization8:01
Learn how SQL queries are executed and how to improve performance
Try It – Query Optimization1:05
Transactions5:21
Understand how transactions ensure consistency in multi-step operations
Try It – Transactions1:05
Stored Procedures & Functions9:25
Try It – Stored Procedures & Functions1:05

Requirements

No prior experience with programming or databases is required.
Just a laptop with internet access

Description

Start Learning SQL — The Practical Way

Whether you're a student, fresher, or switching careers, this course is built to teach you SQL from absolute zero, using hands-on practice, MySQL, real-world mock projects, and a structured problem-solving approach.

No jargon. No fluff.

Just clear, beginner-friendly lessons designed to build your confidence through doing.

What You’ll Learn

- Core SQL concepts explained in simple, easy-to-follow language

- Writing basic to advanced queries step-by-step

- Filtering, joining, grouping, and aggregating data

- Using MySQL Workbench to run and test your queries

- Applying a logical thinking framework to break down and solve SQL challenges

- Practicing real-world scenarios through mock projects and guided challenges

- Learning to use AI tools like ChatGPT to assist with query writing and debugging

- Understanding how SQL fits into different real-world job roles like data analyst, data engineer, backend developer, and database tester

- Getting interview-ready mindset tips and practical SQL exposure to handle real-world questions

Why This Course Stands Out

- Truly beginner-friendly — no prior programming or database experience required

- Step-by-step progression — from SQL basics to advanced queries like window functions and CTEs

- Real-world mock projects and business-like use cases — not just textbook queries

- Dedicated problem-solving module — learn to approach SQL challenges like a professional

- Separate AI-powered SQL module — discover how to boost your SQL skills using ChatGPT

- Taught by an instructor with real industry experience

- Includes short tasks, guided challenges, and mini-interview prep — helping you apply every concept confidently

Who This Course is For

- College students preparing for placements or internships

- Beginners starting their SQL journey from scratch

- Non-tech professionals exploring data and reporting roles

- Developers, testers, and analysts curious to apply SQL in real-world projects

- Anyone interested in learning how to think and solve SQL problems, with and without AI support

Check out the preview videos — and I’ll see you inside the course!"

Who this course is for:

Beginners who want to learn SQL from scratch with a clear and practical approach
Final-year students or fresh graduates looking to enter data-related roles
Aspiring data analysts, backend developers, and QA testers curious about how SQL fits into real-world applications
Working professionals who want to revisit SQL and understand how it’s actually used across different roles
Anyone interested in learning SQL with the help of modern tools like MySQL Workbench and optional AI assistants

SQL for Beginners : Practical SQL + AI + Job Projects(2026)

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Course content

Introduction1 lecture • 4min

SQL Foundations9 lectures • 36min

Hands-On SQL Basics14 lectures • 57min

Intermediate SQL11 lectures • 1hr 6min

Advanced SQL12 lectures • 1hr 13min

Problem Solving with SQL1 lecture • 4min

SQL Challenge Zone: Real Practice5 lectures • 42min

AI-Powered SQL – Using ChatGPT for Query Help3 lectures • 25min

SQL Interview Prep – Questions, Tips & Mindset2 lectures • 5min

Company SQL Questions (FAANG + More)0

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