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Beginning SQL Server

Taught in English

Mark Veljkov

Instructor: Mark Veljkov

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Beginner level

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90 minutes
Learn at your own pace
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
Hands-on learning
4.6

(852 reviews)

What you'll learn

  • Perform basic tasks using the Object Explorer window in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).

  • Learn to execute tasks, queries and to manage the data.

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Guided Project

Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance

Beginner level

Recommended experience

90 minutes
Learn at your own pace
No downloads or installation required
Only available on desktop
Hands-on learning
4.6

(852 reviews)

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About this Guided Project

Learn step-by-step

In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:

  1. Learn to execute the USE statement to switch databases.

  2. Create and then delete our very own database.

  3. Create a new table in your database.

  4. Add columns to your table in your database.

  5. Manage security permissions on databases.

  6. Create a scripts that that delay other scripts from executing

  7. Execute two queries simultaneously

  8. Backing up your Database.

Recommended experience

A basic understanding of SQL and the SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)

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Mark Veljkov
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  • Skill-based, hands-on learning

    Practice new skills by completing job-related tasks.

  • Expert guidance

    Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.

  • No downloads or installation required

    Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.

  • Available only on desktop

    This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.

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