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Overview
SQL is the standard language for managing and querying data in relational databases, like Snowflake. To maximize your productivity within Coalesce, a solid understanding of Structured Query Language (SQL) is essential.
What is SQL?
Structured Query Language, or SQL, is a standardized programming language specifically designed for managing and manipulating relational databases. It is used for tasks such as querying data, updating records, and managing database schemas, making it an essential tool for database administrators and developers.
SQL enables users to create, read, update, and delete database records through its various commands, clauses, and syntax. This language provides a powerful and efficient means to retrieve and organize data across multiple tables, implement data security measures, and ensure data integrity within databases.
Given its wide adoption, SQL is the core language of virtually all relational database management systems (RDBMS), including popular platforms like Snowflake, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and Oracle.
Master SQL
If you are new to SQL, or just need to brush up on your knowledge of it, the video tutorial and resources linked below provide a great foundational introduction as well as advanced insights into SQL.
- What is SQL (Structured Query Language)? A comprehensive introduction from AWS
- SQL Tutorial. Detailed lessons and examples from w3schools
- SQLZoo. Interactive SQL tutorials for a hands-on approach to learning
If you are looking for more extensive learning resources on data warehousing, both Udemy and Coursera have a number of formal and highly-rated courses on this topic.