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Learn how to code SQL — manage large datasets and analyze real data using the standard data management language.

Skills you’ll gain:

Work with databases using SQL

Create queries for tables

Build SQL projects

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Skill level

Beginner

Prerequisites

None

Time to complete first lesson

~30 minutes

Why learn SQL?

Information is all around us. You can put it to use by learning SQL basics. Used in data science, analytics, and engineering, SQL makes it easy to work with data and make more informed strategy, operations, and business decisions. It’s a helpful skill for anyone who works with data (even in non-tech roles). In this SQL course, you’ll learn how to manage large datasets and analyze real data.

We make learning SQL easy

Don’t just watch or watch someone else coding SQL - write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.

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Know what to learn and when. You'll have assistance every step of the way.

Start coding from your very first lesson and build up a portfolio of projects to showcase.

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SQL Jobs

SQL skills are in high demand for careers in tech. Here's what you can expect from different career options:

Data Analyst

Entry level

$75k

average US salary

Full-Stack Developer

Mid-level

$110k

average US salary

Data Scientist

Senior level

$129k

average US salary

*Salaries based on data from GlassDoor for jobs in the US.

Frequently asked questions

What is SQL?

SQL (Structured Query Language) is a programming language used to manage data stored in relational databases, which store structured data in tables. Its syntax is easy to read, so it’s easy to pick up on even if you’re completely new to programming, and it’s even useful for non-technical careers.

What does SQL do?

SQL allows you to pull data from databases. It helps Data Scientists and Analysts collect and prepare data for analysis and visualization, and Marketers can use it to learn more about how different types of content perform with their audience.

What kind of jobs can SQL get me?

Learning SQL is a must for any jobs that require (or can benefit from) working with data. This includes Back-End and Full-Stack Developers, Database Administrators, Data Scientists and Analysts, Business Analysts and Strategists, and Marketing and Sales Specialists.

What else should I study if I am learning SQL?

If you want to learn how to work with data, consider learning Python, R, or Java after learning SQL. With Python and R, you can analyze your data for insights and visualize your findings to share them with others, and Java makes it easier to process big data.

What do I need to know before learning SQL?

There aren’t any prerequisites to learning SQL, but it helps to be familiar with databases, Microsoft Excel, and basic programming concepts (which you can learn in our Code Foundations and Analyze Data with Microsoft Excel courses).