MySQL and SQL for Beginners

Learn to create and query databases using the free MySQL Server and Workbench

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This course teaches you how to work with SQL and MySQL, the free industrial-strength database.

If you're interested in creating software that stores data in a central repository or you want to create dynamic websites, you'll almost certainly want to learn some SQL. This course teaches you everything from basic SQL to complex queries, transactions and stored procedures.

MySQL is one of the most popular databases currently in use in the world; second only to the incredibly secure and scalable Oracle. Probably the majority of websites in the world currently use MySQL to store their data, and learning SQL with MySQL will also make it easy to learn how to work with other databases.

Fortunately you can easily install MySQL on your computer at home -- even a laptop, and get started with this course right away!


Your Instructor


John Purcell
John Purcell

I worked as a professional developer for 14 years for several different companies including Proquest, CSC and AT&T before going full-time as a course creator. I currently live in Italy, although as a native Brit you get to enjoy (or put up with!) my British English accent while following your chosen courses.

In my spare time I like to write science fiction, often in cafes, and I'm a fan of old books.


Course Curriculum


  Update, Order and Limit
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  Users and Privileges
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  User-Defined Functions
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  Visual Design
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  Final Exercise
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  Appendix
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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