Cursus Transact-SQL Basis - MS SQL Server in Den Haag

You work with data in Microsoft SQL Server and want to be able to write your own queries. In this course you will learn the building blocks of T-SQL: from simple SELECT statements to joins, groupings and subqueries.

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All dates in The Hague

None of the dates suitable? In-company takes place on a day of your choosing, and the course also runs in other cities.

Where in The Hague

What participants thought

• “This course teaches you in 2 days what SQL is, how you can use it and what the well-known mistakes are. The trainer is highly professional and has a great deal of knowledge of the subject.”

  D. Gebroers, Alfa Accountants en Adviseurs - Transact-SQL Basics - MS SQL Server

• “SQL Basics was an excellent course and immediately applicable in practice. The trainer is friendly, patient and open. He certainly knows his subject and enjoys being challenged by his participants.”

  M. Sybesma, GGZ Rivierduinen - Transact-SQL Basics - MS SQL Server

• “This basic course met my expectations. The trainer was knowledgeable and relaxed, with plenty of individual attention where needed.”

  A. Arkeraats, ANWB - Transact-SQL Basics - MS SQL Server

• “I found the combination of short explanations and exercises very pleasant. The trainer has an agreeable way of conveying knowledge and weaves practical experience into the course material.”

  R. Mouwen, ATEA-Groep - Transact-SQL Basics - MS SQL Server

Frequently asked questions

What is Transact-SQL and how does it differ from standard SQL?

Transact-SQL (T-SQL) is Microsoft's SQL variant for SQL Server. It contains all the standard SQL commands such as SELECT, INSERT and JOIN, and adds extra capabilities for logical blocks, variables, error handling and procedural programming. This allows you to run more complex logic directly in the database with T-SQL.

Do I need prior knowledge to take this course?

No, you do not need any specific prior knowledge of SQL or databases. An affinity with data and logical thinking is useful, however, as you will be working with queries and relationships between tables.

Who is this T-SQL course intended for?

The course is intended for beginning users of Microsoft SQL Server. Think of data analysts, BI professionals, junior database managers and administrators, report builders and software developers who want to be able to write their own queries.

Which software is used during the course?

You work with Microsoft SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS). The software and the course material are in English; the explanations are in Dutch.

What exactly will I learn during the?

Day one focuses on the basics: SELECT statements, filtering, sorting and simple calculations. Day two goes deeper into functions, grouping, subqueries, joins between tables, UNION and data manipulation with INSERT, UPDATE and DELETE. You also manage tables with CREATE, ALTER and DROP.

Do I receive a certificate on completion?

Yes, on completion you will receive the Learnit certificate of participation. This demonstrates that you have completed the Transact-SQL Basics course.

Is this course also suitable as a stepping stone to advanced SQL?

Yes. After this basic course you will have mastered the building blocks you need for follow-up courses on advanced T-SQL, database development or business intelligence with SQL Server.

Can I also take this course in-company?

Yes, in addition to the scheduled courses you can also follow this course in-company, on location or online. We then tailor the content and examples to the working practice within your organisation. Request a quotation for the options.