SQL courses can help you learn database design, data manipulation, query optimization, and data retrieval techniques. You can build skills in writing complex queries, managing relational databases, and ensuring data integrity. Many courses introduce tools like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Microsoft SQL Server, demonstrating how to use these platforms for data analysis and reporting. You'll also explore key topics such as joins, indexing, and transaction management, which are vital for effective data management and analysis.
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Jupyter, Linux Commands, Git (Version Control System), Shell Script, Linux, Web Scraping, Linux Administration, Data Manipulation, MySQL, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, SQL, JSON, Cloud Engineering, Python Programming, Big Data, Data Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Quality, Complex Problem Solving, Data Visualization, JSON, Query Languages, Business Metrics, Business Reporting, Data Cleansing, Data Presentation, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Development, Database Systems, Data Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Oracle Databases, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, User Accounts
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Reporting, Data Access, Analysis, Data Maintenance, Data Cleansing, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Database Design, SQL, Analytical Skills, Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Relational Databases
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Cloudera
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Apache Hive, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, Big Data, Database Systems, MySQL, Data Management, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Cloud Storage, Performance Tuning, File Systems, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Stored Procedure, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, MySQL, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Databases, Database Application, Database Design, Data Access, Java, Java Programming, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Software Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Performance Tuning, SQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Operational Databases, Database Development, Query Languages, System Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Science
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours