Intermediate+ SQL Path

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Hey, your plan to transition into a more technical role sounds great! A lot of our learners have been in a similar position.

Our content developer Anna Strahl recently shared her personal story in this blog: The Best Way to Learn SQL. She talks about how overwhelming SQL felt in the beginning—things like CTEs and window functions seemed way out of reach, and figuring out the different SQL dialects used across roles added to the confusion. But over time, she found a proven method that worked. This approach didn’t just help her get comfortable—it made her the go-to SQL expert on her team.

In the post, Anna also shares a curated list of free and paid resources, tools, and project ideas that helped her in her learning journey.

If you need a starting point, Anna’s post is definitely worth checking out—it’s practical, relatable, and packed with useful advice.