

Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL
Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL
This five-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who wish to use the Transact-SQL language to query and configure Microsoft SQL Server. Students are typically database developers and database administrators, but might also be Business Intelligence developers, report creators, or application developers. In this course, students learn how to query single tables, join data from multiple tables, filter and sort data, modify data, use procedures and functions, and implement error handling.
About This Course
This five-day instructor-led course is intended for IT professionals who wish to use the Transact-SQL language to query and configure Microsoft SQL Server. Students are typically database developers and database administrators, but might also be Business Intelligence developers, report creators, or application developers. In this course, students learn how to query single tables, join data from multiple tables, filter and sort data, modify data, use procedures and functions, and implement error handling.
Audience Profile
This course is intended for novice database developers, database administrators, Business Intelligence developers, report creators, and application developers who have an understanding of relational database concepts and basic Windows navigation skills.
At Course Completion
- Create single table SELECT queries
- Create multiple table SELECT queries
- Filter and sort data
- Insert, update, and delete data
- Query data using built-in functions
- Create queries that aggregate data
- Create subqueries
- Create queries that use table expressions
- Use UNION, INTERSECT, and EXCEPT on multiple sets of data
- Implement window functions in queries
- Use PIVOT and GROUPING SETS in queries
- Use stored procedures in queries
- Add error handling to queries
- Use transactions in queries
Target Audience
- Business Intelligence Specialists: BI specialists seeking to optimize data retrieval and reporting processes took the course for advanced T-SQL techniques.
- System Administrators: Admins responsible for server maintenance attended to better manage SQL Server performance and security.
- Project Managers: Managers overseeing data-centric projects participated to understand the technical aspects of SQL querying.
- ERP Consultants: Consultants working with enterprise resource planning systems attended to enhance their ability to manage and query ERP databases.
Course Content
7 modules · 27 topics01Introduction to Transact-SQL6 topics
- What is Transact-SQL
- The SELECT statement
- The WHERE clause
- Sorting results
- Calculations
- CASE expressions
02Joining tables with Transact-SQL4 topics
- The JOIN clause
- Inner joins
- Outer joins
- Self joins and cross joins
03Filtering and sorting results4 topics
- Implement the ORDER BY clause
- Filter data with the WHERE clause
- Limit the number of rows returned by a query
- Implement NULL logic
04SQL Server data types3 topics
- Understand data types?
- Implement string data types
- Implement temporal data types
05Inserting, updating and deleting data3 topics
- Insert new records
- Update existing records
- Delete data
06Using SQL Server functions with Transact-SQL4 topics
- Understand function types in SQL Server
- Convert data using functions
- Implement logical functions
- Work with NULL data using functions
07Aggregating data with Transact-SQL3 topics
- Implement aggregation in SQL Server
- Group records in SQL Server
- Filter aggregated data
Schedule Dates
4 upcoming batches| Batch Dates | Duration | Batch Options | Language | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 November 2026 - 20 November 2026 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English/ Arabic | |
| 22 February 2027 - 26 February 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English/ Arabic | |
| 24 May 2027 - 28 May 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English/ Arabic | |
| 30 August 2027 - 03 September 2027 | 5 Days | 4 hours & 8 hours | English/ Arabic |
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What is the duration of the Querying Microsoft SQL Server with Transact-SQL course?
The duration of the course is typically 5 days. This includes intensive hands-on training and practical exercises to ensure comprehensive understanding and application of T-SQL
What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
Participants should have a basic understanding of relational databases and SQL. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows operating system and its core functionality is also recommended.
Are there any exams involved in the course?
There may not be formal exams, but there will be practical assignments and assessments throughout the course to evaluate your understanding and application of the material.
What are the career benefits of completing this course?
Completing this course can open up various career opportunities such as Database Developer, Database Administrator, Data Analyst, and SQL Developer. It enhances your ability to manage and manipulate databases efficiently.
Where are the in-person classes held in Dubai?
In-person classes are usually held at dedicated training centers or corporate offices located in central business districts such as Dubai Internet City, Dubai Knowledge Village, or Business Bay. It’s best to check with the training provider for the exact location.
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