SQL for Data Science

Description

SQL for Data Science is a beginner-friendly course offered by the University of California, Davis on Coursera. The course is designed to teach you the essentials of SQL (Structured Query Language), focusing on its application in data science. You’ll learn how to extract, manipulate, and analyze data from databases using SQL, a foundational skill for data scientists and analysts.

What You Will Learn:

• Basic SQL Syntax: Understand how SQL commands work and structure simple queries to extract data.

• Working with Data: Learn how to filter and sort data using SELECT, WHERE, and ORDER BY clauses.

• Aggregating Data: Use functions like COUNT(), SUM(), AVG(), and GROUP BY to perform calculations and summarize data.

• Joins: Master SQL joins (INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN) to combine data from multiple tables.

• Subqueries: Learn how to write subqueries to perform advanced filtering and data extraction.

• Database Design: Understand the concepts of tables, relationships, and how to query relational databases effectively.

• Hands-On Practice: Apply SQL techniques on real-world datasets, honing your skills by working on exercises and projects.