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    • EDUCBA

      Building Scalable Applications with .NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Microservices, .NET Framework, Redis, Application Performance Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Databases, System Monitoring, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Performance Tuning

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Patentes: un recorrido desde su significado hasta su búsqueda

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Statistical Analysis, Keyword Research, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Databases

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Coursera Project Network

      Build an expense tracker app in Django

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Expense Management, Application Development, Database Application, Data Visualization, Business Process Automation, Data Management, Python Programming, Data Modeling, Data Security, GitHub, Git (Version Control System)

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New

      Packt

      Data Persistence and Firebase Integration

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Flutter (Software), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, Application Development, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Database Development, Databases, Graphing, Debugging, Data Storage Technologies

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Google Cloud

      Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Qwik Start

      Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, PostgreSQL, Database Management, SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Database Systems

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free

      DeepLearning.AI

      Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Unstructured Data, SQL, Text Mining, Web Services, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Board Infinity

      Building a Complete MEAN Stack Application

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, MongoDB, Server Side, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Restful API, Application Development, Authentications, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Angular, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Database Development, Real Time Data, Scalability

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Universidad de los Andes

      Plataformas para procesar datos no tradicionales​

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Public Cloud, Big Data, MongoDB, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, Cloud Services, Data Processing, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Databases, Environmental Monitoring, File Systems, Image Analysis

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Google Cloud

      Configure Replication and Enable Point-in-Time-Recovery for Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Data Maintenance, Database Administration, Google Cloud Platform, Database Management, Disaster Recovery, Relational Databases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free

      Oracle

      Become an OCI Multicloud Architect Professional

      Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Database Architecture and Administration, Identity and Access Management, Network Architecture, Database Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Board Infinity

      Executing Full Text Queries with Elasticsearch

      Skills you'll gain: Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Data Mapping, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Databases, Scalability, Algorithms, Software Installation

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free

      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Applications with Vector Databases

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Database Application, Large Language Modeling, Semantic Web, Application Development, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, AI Personalization, Information Architecture

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Building Scalable Applications with .NET Core: EDUCBA
    • Patentes: un recorrido desde su significado hasta su búsqueda: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Build an expense tracker app in Django: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Persistence and Firebase Integration: Packt
    • Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
    • Function-Calling and Data Extraction with LLMs: DeepLearning.AI
    • Building a Complete MEAN Stack Application: Board Infinity
    • Plataformas para procesar datos no tradicionales​: Universidad de los Andes
    • Configure Replication and Enable Point-in-Time-Recovery for Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL: Google Cloud
    • Become an OCI Multicloud Architect Professional: Oracle

    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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