Advanced SQL : The Ultimate Guide (2024) from Udemy

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Learning objectives

All the advanced sql subjects necessary for becoming an expert in sql!
Learn how to construct advanced sql queries with hundreds of examples!
Easily write, read, and analyze any advanced sql queries!
Over 130+ lectures, 13+ hours of on-demand high-quality content!
Learn advanced sql functions in oracle
Get a better job and income!
Master at analytical sql functions in oracle
Learn how to work with regular expressions
Introducing database objects
Creating and using indexes
Creating and using views
Creating and using synonyms

Creating and using sequences
Data dictionary views
Using advanced subqueries
Generating (dynamic) sql scripts
Advanced data manipulations
Advanced aggregation techniques
Windowing functions for working with ordered data sets
Lifetime support from the authors
Working materials
Weekly quizzes & assessments
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All the advanced sql subjects necessary for becoming an expert in sql!
Learn how to construct advanced sql queries with hundreds of examples!
Easily write, read, and analyze any advanced sql queries!
Over 130+ lectures, 13+ hours of on-demand high-quality content!
Learn advanced sql functions in oracle
Get a better job and income!
Master at analytical sql functions in oracle
Learn how to work with regular expressions
Introducing database objects
Creating and using indexes
Creating and using views
Creating and using synonyms
Creating and using sequences
Data dictionary views
Using advanced subqueries
Generating (dynamic) sql scripts
Advanced data manipulations
Advanced aggregation techniques
Windowing functions for working with ordered data sets
Lifetime support from the authors
Working materials
Weekly quizzes & assessments
Show more
Show less

Syllabus

A brief introduction about my Advanced SQL Course

This is a brief introduction to why you should learn Advanced SQL and take this course.

This lecture is about how to use the Udemy platform. And also includes some useful tips to get most of out the course.

In this section, students are going to learn how to download and install Oracle Database.

About the Database Installation

In this SQL tutorial, the participants will learn how to get a database to proceed with the Advanced SQL: SQL Expert Certification Preparation course.

In this SQL tutorial, the participants will learn how to download and install two virtualization software programs which are VMware and VirtualBox step by step.

Option 1: How to Install the Virtual Box on Mac OS X?

In this tutorial, the participants will learn how to download the virtual machine image 19c.

In this tutorial, the participants will learn how to download the virtual machine image.

In this SQL tutorial, the participants will learn how to import the virtual machine image they downloaded into the VMware virtualization software as well as how to configure the virtual machine to get the most out of it.

In this SQL tutorial, the participants will learn how to import the virtual machine image they downloaded into the Oracle VirtualBox virtualization software as well as how to configure the virtual machine to get the most out of it.

In this SQL tutorial, the participants will learn how to configure SQL Developer inside of the Virtual Machine image that they downloaded step by step.

For the students who could succeed to complete the Option-1

In this lecture, you're going to learn what the pluggable database (multitenant architecture) is in Oracle Database.

Lesson keywords: "multitenant architecture", "oracle pluggable database".

In this lecture, students are going to learn the oracle database 19c installation.

Lecture keywords: "oracle", "oracle sql", "oracle database", "oracle database installation", "oracle database 19c installation".

In this lecture, our students are going to learn how to unlock the HR schema to practice throughout the course.

Lesson keywords: "hr schema", "unlock hr schema".

Option 2: Configuring and Using the SQL Developer

In this SQL tutorial, the course participants will learn about the easiest way how to install Oracle Sample Schemas to be able to work with many database sample schemas provided by Oracle.

This code includes the SQL script to generate the HR schema with all its data.

Note 1: You can use this script if you could not have the HR schema properly.

Note 2: Just select all the script and execute in one step when connected as the SYS or SYSTEM user.

Option 3: Using Oracle Live SQL

Option 3: About Oracle Live SQL Restrictions

The Sample (HR) Schema Used in This Course

Database Objects About SQL in Oracle

You need to be familiar with Database Objects to understand Advanced SQL subjects easily.

Explains how to reach another user's objects (tables, views, etc) with SQL queries

This working document is prepared for our students.

This lecture introduces shows how much we appriciate your thoughts.

Sample codes that I have used along the Advanced SQL Course

This quiz is for the database objects and selecting from the other schemas.

Data Dictionary Views in Oracle SQL to be used in Advanced SQL queries

A brief introduction for Data Dictionary Views

Explains what is there in Data Dictionary Views and how can we use them with SQL Queries.

Explains Dictionary Table with SQL query

A biref explanation on the difference between user, all, dba and v$ prefixes that you can use with your SQL Queries.

Explains these subjects with using SQL queries and with different users.

Explains User_tables data dictionary view to see the tables that we can use with our SQL queries.

Explains user_tab_colums view with SQL query.

Explains user_constraints view and how to use this view with our sql queries in detail

Explains how to get columns of our constraints with sql queries.

How we get the comments on tables or columns with using SQL Queries

The questions for Data Dictionary Views

Oracle Sequences Object to be used in SQL DML Operations

A biref explanation for sequences and the usage with SQL.

How to create sequences with using SQL codes

Explains how to modify sequences with SQL codes

Explains how to drop sequences with using just one SQL code.

Explains how to use sequences with SQL codes in detail.

How can we use sequences as a default value with our SQL DML operations.

Explains how to and why cache sequences and how effects our SQL.

Explains how to query our sequences with sql codes.

This quiz is for Sequences..

Alias of objects in SQL to make our queries easier

Explains the synonyms in brief and why you should use in your SQL queries.

Explains how to create and drop synonyms with SQL Codes.

Explains how to use Synonyms with your SQL Codes.

Looks deep into user_synonyms by querying with SQL codes.

This Quiz is for Synonyms in SQL

Indexes is an important SQL subject to be learned in advanced way

A brief explanation for indexes' usage and benefits in SQL queries

Explains types of indexes and which one to choose in your sql codes

Explains how to create indexes with or without SQL queries.

How to create index while creating a table with SQL codes.

Explains why and how to create function based indexes with your SQL Codes.

The way and why for creating multiple indexes in your SQL

How to drop an Index with just one SQL Code

How to get information about indexes with a simle SQL Query

This quiz is for testing your knowledge about indexes

Knowing views in advance in SQL operations simplies your query so traffic

SQL, Advanced sql: This lesson includes View topics and using views with lots of examples.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we're going to learn "Types of Views" in Oracle Database.

SQL, advanced sql: In this lesson we're going to learn how to create "Simple Views" in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we're going to learn how to create "Complex Views" in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we're going to learn how to modify a view (Modifying Views) in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced SQL: This lesson explains "Analyzing User Views" in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced SQL: This lesson covers Performing DML operations vith views.

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn "Using with CHECK Option" in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we're going to learn how to prevent DML(Data Manipulation Languages) Operations on a view in Oracle Database.

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn how to drop a view (Dropping Views) in Oracle Database.

This quiz is a recap for views

Creating and Using Materialized Views for imrpoving performance of our queries

SQL, Advanced SQL: This lesson introduces Materialized Views section.

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn how to create Materialized Views. (Part 1)

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn how to create Materialized Views. (Part 2)

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn how to create Complex Materialized Views.

SQL, Advanced SQL: This lesson we're going to learn Types of Refreshing Materialized Views.

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we are going to learn how to refresh materialized views manually.

SQL, Advanced SQL: In this lesson we're going to learn Scheduling Periodic Refresh of Materialized Views.

This quiz is a recap for Materialized Views.

Advanced Subqueries that solves many SQL problems easily

SQL, Advanced SQL: This lesson explains how do we use a subquery as a source.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Scalar Subqueries.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Multiple Column Subqueries.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Correlated Subqueries.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn how do we use EXISTS Operator in Advanced Subqueries.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn how do we use NOT EXISTS Operator in Advanced Subqueries.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Using "WITH" Clause.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Using Recursive "WITH" Clause.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn how to Insert Data by Using A Subquery.

SQL, Advanced sql: In this lesson we are going to learn Manipulating Data by Using "WITH CHECK OPTION" Keyword.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Covers the key SQL concepts required for Oracle's SQL Expert certification

Teaches a wide range of SQL topics, including advanced subqueries, data manipulation, and materialized views

Instructors are experienced SQL experts

Provides lifetime support from the authors

Includes quizzes and assessments to reinforce learning

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Activities

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Find a volunteer opportunity at a local school or community center.
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Build a Database Using Oracle SQL

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Design your database schema.
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Populate your database with sample data.
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Career center

Learners who complete Advanced SQL : The Ultimate Guide (2024) will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

SQL Developer

As a SQL Developer, you would be responsible for developing, managing, and maintaining SQL databases. This course will provide you with the skills necessary to query and manipulate SQL databases. You will learn how to construct advanced SQL queries, use analytical functions, and work with regular expressions which will equip you to thrive in this role.

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Oracle Database Developer

As an Oracle Database Developer, you can create and modify Oracle databases, as well as write and execute SQL queries. This course ensures that you have a strong foundation in all of the most advanced SQL functions, which will equip you to succeed in this role. Furthermore, the course covers how to write optimization queries, improve performance, and manage user privileges and roles. This course specifically prepares you for the Oracle SQL Expert Certification exam, which is an internationally recognized certification within the field.

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Database Administrator

As a Database Administrator, you will be responsible for the maintenance and administration of databases. This course covers topics such as creating and using indexes, views, and materialized views, which will provide you with a strong understanding of database administration best practices. Additionally, you will learn how to control schema objects and administer user privileges.

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Data Analyst

As a Data Analyst, you are responsible for collecting, cleaning, and analyzing data to identify trends and insights. The analytical SQL functions covered in this course, such as windowing functions and regular expressions, will help you to be successful in this role. You will also learn how to write advanced SQL queries to extract meaningful information from data.

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Data Scientist

As a Data Scientist, you use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data. This course covers advanced SQL functions such as analytical functions and regular expressions, which are essential for data science. You will also learn how to write advanced SQL queries to clean and prepare data for analysis.

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Business Intelligence Analyst

A Business Intelligence Analyst collects, analyzes, interprets, and presents data to help businesses make informed decisions. This course covers advanced SQL functions such as analytical functions and regular expressions, which are essential for business intelligence. You will also learn how to write advanced SQL queries to extract meaningful information from data.

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Software Engineer

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Cloud Engineer

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. This course covers advanced SQL functions and concepts, which are essential for understanding and protecting information systems.

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Database Architect

A Database Architect designs, builds, and maintains the architecture of databases. This course covers advanced SQL functions and concepts, which are essential for designing and building scalable and efficient databases.

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Technical Architect

A Technical Architect designs and builds the technical architecture of software applications and systems. This course covers advanced SQL functions and concepts, which are essential for designing and building robust and efficient software applications.

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Web Developer

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Systems Analyst

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Data Engineer

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Financial Analyst

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