Description
Dive into the world of Oracle SQL and PL/SQL with our comprehensive course, designed to take you from beginner to expert. This course is meticulously structured over eleven sections, starting with the essentials of Oracle Database setup, configuration with TOAD and SQL Developer, and advancing through to complex data analysis using PL/SQL. Whether you’re looking to enhance your data management skills, leverage analytical functions for in-depth insights, or understand the intricacies of SQL data manipulation, this course offers a deep dive into the powerful capabilities of Oracle databases.
From installing Oracle and creating your first database user to mastering advanced analytic functions and PL/SQL programming, you’ll gain hands-on experience with real-world applications. Learn to navigate Oracle’s rich set of features, including querying data with SQL, extracting data from multiple tables, aggregating data using aggregate functions, and performing sophisticated data analysis with set operators. Our course also covers essential topics like filtering data with SQL, analyzing data with single row functions, and leveraging the full power of PL/SQL for database management and automation.
Each section is packed with detailed lectures, from understanding the basics of what Oracle is to advanced PL/SQL stored procedures creation and execution. You’ll unlock sample HR schemas, connect to Oracle with TNSNames, and explore a variety of SQL clauses and functions to filter, sort, and analyze data. With practical examples and clear explanations, you’ll learn how to write queries for joins, understand aggregate functions, and utilize analytic and single row functions to draw insights from data.
Our course is enriched with practical examples using the Oracle HR Schema, providing a hands-on approach to learning. By the end of this journey, you will have acquired the skills to effectively analyze data, manage databases, and develop robust SQL queries and PL/SQL programs for real-world applications.
Who this course is for:
- Students and Recent Graduates
- IT Professionals
- Career Changers
- Database Enthusiasts and Hobbyists
- Beginners to Oracle SQL
Requirements
- Basic Computer Literacy: Familiarity with operating a computer, managing files and folders, and a general understanding of operating systems (Windows, Linux, or macOS).
- Fundamental Understanding of Databases: A basic grasp of what databases are and how they are used. Knowledge of what tables, rows, and columns represent in a database context.
- Introductory SQL Knowledge: While not mandatory, having an introductory level of SQL knowledge, such as understanding what a SELECT statement does, can be beneficial.
- Oracle Database Software: Access to Oracle Database software for practice. This could be through Oracle’s free editions or through a provided environment if part of an institutional learning package.
- Software Installation: Ability to install software on your computer, as the course will require installing Oracle Database, SQL Developer, TOAD, and potentially other tools.
- Eagerness to Learn: A strong willingness to learn and experiment with SQL and PL/SQL coding, database management, and data analysis techniques.
- Analytical Thinking Skills: Ability to think logically and analytically, as solving database problems and writing queries require a structured approach.
Last Updated 3/2024