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    • Coursera Project Network

      Concepts in SQL

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Infosec

      OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Patch Management, Network Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      58 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Coursera Project Network

      Data Management with Azure: Implement Compliance Controls

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Security, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Database Management, Data Management, Data Access, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • IBM

      SMP/E for z/OS Workshop

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Patch Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), System Configuration, Problem Management, Change Control, Dependency Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Packt

      Mobile Development with .NET MAUI

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Restful API, .NET Framework, Authentications, Mobile Security, Application Development, C# (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI), Model View Controller, Development Environment, Software Design Patterns

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • KodeKloud

      Ansible for the Absolute Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, YAML, Devops Tools, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Automation, System Configuration, Servers, Virtual Machines

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Packt

      Cisco CCST Networking - Video Training Series

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Network Model, Network Administration, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Network Routing, Network Routers, Command-Line Interface, Local Area Networks, Wireless Networks, Network Switches

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Workplace of the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing, Computational Thinking, Big Data, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cloud Storage, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Amazon Web Services, SQL, Databases

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Duke University

      Virtualization, Docker, and Kubernetes for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, Data Engineering, Virtualization, Cloud Engineering, Devops Tools, CI/CD, Microservices, Development Environment, Software Development Tools, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Software Development, Cloud Development, Database Management, Operational Databases, Command-Line Interface

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Network Routing, Supply And Demand, Network Analysis, Network Model, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Capacity Management, Behavioral Economics, Graph Theory, Estimation, Economics, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Scrimba

      Build AI Apps with LangChain.js

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Application Performance Management, Generative AI, Scalability, User Interface (UI), Databases, Maintainability, Natural Language Processing, Data Storage

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Coursera Project Network

      Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL Workbench, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Data Migration, User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular database courses

    • Concepts in SQL: Coursera Project Network
    • OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10: Infosec
    • Data Management with Azure: Implement Compliance Controls: Coursera Project Network
    • SMP/E for z/OS Workshop: IBM
    • Mobile Development with .NET MAUI: Packt
    • Ansible for the Absolute Beginners: KodeKloud
    • Cisco CCST Networking - Video Training Series: Packt
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Workplace of the Future: University of California San Diego
    • Virtualization, Docker, and Kubernetes for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Frequently Asked Questions about Database

    Databases are organized collections of data stored on, and accessible from, computer systems. In this era of big data, databases are especially important because of the vast amounts of information organizations need to sort and analyze. In the business world in particular, the ability to leverage data effectively to generate actionable insights is a major competitive advantage, making databases a critical resource.

    Once a database design is created, data can be stored in it and managed with the use of a relational database management system (DBMS) such as MySQL, Microsoft Access, or Oracle. For a quick exploration of a database, a data scientist can use a query language like SQL (Structured Query Language) to retrieve the data needed for the analysis, and then use a programming language like Python or R to process it and present the findings through data visualization.

    Long-term decision-making requires the ability to query multiple databases. Business intelligence software like Pentaho or Tableau have the needed extract, transform, load (ETL) capabilities to merge data from many different sources in a data warehousing process that can give executives greater insight into corporate performance over time.‎

    The ability to work closely with data is increasingly essential for many jobs. Whether you are a sociologist querying databases on policing data for a research project or a chief operations officer trying to harness data analysis for process improvement initiatives, database skills can help you discover important insights.

    Database administrators (DBAs) work particularly closely with databases, and are responsible for ensuring that database management systems are operating efficiently, free from errors, and protected from security breaches. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, DBAs make a median salary of $83,750 per year, and their expected job growth is faster that the average for all occupations due to the increasing use of data in all sectors of the economy. And, with small and medium sized businesses increasingly using cloud services, DBAs are needed more and more for third party cloud databases.‎

    Yes! Coursera offers courses and Specializations on database and data science, including topics in Python, cloud computing, and data warehousing. With these courses, you can learn remotely from top-ranked institutions and organizations including the University of Colorado Boulder, the University of Michigan, IBM, and AWS. The opportunity to complete coursework on a flexible schedule can allow you to add skills to your repertoire whether you are supplementing your current career or preparing for a new one. Coursera Projects also offers Guided Projects on databases and SQL, enabling you to learn with step-by-step tutorials from experienced instructors.‎

    Having skills and experience in SQL is important before starting to learn database because, even though the language has been around since 1997, SQL is still among the most popular languages in database work, many companies use it including big names like Google and Amazon, and a majority of job positions in database require SQL. Learning other languages is also helpful, including Python, C, and Java. If you don't already have your high school diploma or GED, you should be working toward it as you start learning database, especially if your goal is to be a database administrator. Expect to earn a college degree, preferably in computer science, if you want a future management position in database.‎

    The kinds of people who are best suited for roles in database include analytical thinkers because analyzing large amounts of data is an integral part of the field. Being skilled at recognizing patterns in unstructured data is another key trait, as well as being flexible and open to change since technology is a rapidly changing field. People who are good at problem-solving and have good organizational skills are also well suited for roles in database. And those who have good communication skills and can explain complex information in clear, understandable ways are likely to be successful in database roles.‎

    Learning database may be right for you if you enjoy working with numbers, data, statistics, and computers. If you're preparing for a career in information technology or computer science, learning database is most likely right for you. Learning database can prepare you to either create databases, manage databases, troubleshoot problems in databases, or analyze databases for various roles with the database field. If any of these sound interesting to you, learning database is right for you.‎

    Online Database courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Database skills. Choose from a wide range of Database courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Database, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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