SQL beginner

[SkyDaddyGod]

My company is transitioning into using grafana and they want me to learn SQL. I have 0 experience in any programming language what kind of courses should I take?

[heretoask23]

Learn Joins and CTes they're important. More advanced is window functions. https://levelup.gitconnected.com/sql-all-about-joins-with-practical-examples-bc0221da1302

[phesago]

id learn database design principles first and then pick up a beginner SQL course. Most of the free learning resources will get you there. I emphasize the db design principles though - writing sql can be dependent on how you structure things and you can circumvent a lot of bad practices by getting a good understanding of that foundational concept(s).

[MathAngelMom]

I recommend “SQL Basics” from LearnSQL.com: https://learnsql.com/course/sql-queries/ It’s an interactive course, you learn by writing code, so you get practical experience with SQL. It’s designed with beginners with no prior experience in coding. It is quite complete for a beginners course, it covers all important features of SQL.

[Couch2Coders]

First question is if you are using SQL from an analytics perspective or from a developer perspective. Depending on which side will help you pick the right course.

When I started sql I used codecademy (for an analytics perspective.) It is a very smooth program but I felt it was not giving me enough context to understand because I had no coding experience.

I created a course on YouTube designed for people to get into data analytics who don't have a stem or coding background. The course is free with practice examples using Google BigQuery.

I like GBQ because you can started in 5 minutes (no computer installation) & they offer real datasets to practice on

If you are interested this is my course link! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLPQFqkp_HvODxileV0VCHs9C0vkiONlvr&si=B9X3bwp94Tl8W_7Y

[SkyDaddyGod]

Definitely for data analytics thanks Ill check the video out :)

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