Coming in November 2024 🚀

"This is THE BEST WAY to learn MySQL"

I’ve spent years perfecting the craft of PHP and MySQL, and I can ASSURE YOU that the surest path to mastering MySQL is through hands-on practice writing real-world queries.


This approach has successfully propelled many developers to quickly develop the skills needed to design and implement powerful database solutions efficiently.

The focus of this course is not to exhaustively explore every MySQL feature but to dive deep into the essential skills of writing queries that solve practical problems. This way, you’ll naturally learn a wide array of functionalities, including some advanced topics rarely covered elsewhere.


Moreover, the skills you acquire will be transferable to other SQL dialects such as PostgreSQL, SQLite, and Oracle, making your expertise versatile and adaptable across different database platforms.

What we will do...

The majority of our course is dedicated to crafting and refining SQL queries across various real-life scenarios. You’ll engage directly with the material, building and testing SQL commands to handle everything from basic data manipulations to complex transactional operations.

From the ground up, every SQL statement will be meticulously explained, and every decision thoroughly rationalized.

By the end of this course, you’ll not only have a profound understanding of MySQL but also the confidence to use PHP to implement efficient, scalable database solutions in any web application.

Like my interactive Learn Object-Oriented PHP course, this MySQL course encourages active participation. You’ll get to write a lot of SQL, test your queries, and see immediate results, which is the best way to reinforce and deepen your understanding.


Why Should You Enroll In This Course?


💰 Career Advancement: Mastering SQL significantly enhances your profile as a developer. Proficiency in SQL is a critical skill that is highly sought after in the technology industry, opening doors to numerous job opportunities.

🎯 Industry Techniques: Gain hands-on experience with the techniques used to write powerful and efficient SQL queries, essential for developing robust databases.

🆕 Current and Relevant: Stay updated with the most current practices in database management. This course ensures you are well-versed in the latest MySQL features and best practices, keeping you competitive in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape.

🧠 Advanced Understanding: Develop a deep and comprehensive understanding of MySQL, empowering you to handle complex database tasks with confidence and positioning you as a database expert.

🌴 Flexible Learning: Learn at your pace. Whether you want to speed through the course or take your time to absorb every detail, our flexible structure supports your personal learning style.

🔍 Attention to Detail: This course is designed to cover MySQL with unparalleled depth and clarity, ensuring you grasp even the intricate aspects of database management effortlessly.

📈 Promotion Potential: To rise to a senior developer role, a strong command of databases, particularly SQL, is crucial. This course equips you with the knowledge and skills to step up in your career.

By the end of the course, you will have a complete understanding of all these concepts and components


SQL Basics - SQL Syntax - Table Management
Query Techniques - Advanced Queries - MySQL Setup
Database Administration - Performance Optimization - Complex Queries
Transaction Control - PHP Database APIs - CRUD Operations
Security Practices - Advanced PHP & MySQL Features
Best Practices - Practical Applications


PLUS MUCH MORE!!

HOW DOES THAT SOUND SO FAR?..

..HERE'S WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS COURSE


In this MySQL course, we dive deep into the practical application of SQL queries within real-world scenarios. This course is built around a highly interactive learning model, ensuring you consistently check your progress and solidify your understanding. It's not just about learning to write SQL; it's about learning to think like a database architect. As we explore each topic, you'll engage in exercises that not only challenge your coding skills but also your problem-solving abilities.

Unlike other courses, where you might find yourself forgetting the material shortly after completion, this course is designed to embed knowledge deeply. Through active participation and continuous engagement, you won't just passively absorb information—you'll own it. This method ensures that what you learn sticks with you, transforming how you approach database management.

If you've experienced any of my courses before, you know I'm not just about teaching you to achieve results. I'm here to help you understand why certain queries are used over others and how different SQL functions can be applied to solve complex problems. We don't just cover the 'how'—we delve into the 'what', 'where', 'why', and 'when'.

Whether you're a beginner looking to get a solid foundation or an experienced developer seeking to refine your skills, by the end of this course, you'll have gained extensive knowledge and a fresh perspective on solving database challenges.

This is the first course of its kind on garyclarke.tech, and I am thrilled to guide you through your MySQL learning journey. Let’s make sure that when you complete this course, you leave with not just skills, but a comprehensive understanding that enables you to innovate and excel in your projects.


Curriculum

  Introduction
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  SQL Basics
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  SQL Select Queries
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  Intermediate MySQL and Administration
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  PHP + MySQL
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  Data Integrity
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Check Out These Preview Vids From The Course

Introduction to Databases

So, what exactly is a database? Simply put, a database is an organized collection of data, typically stored and accessed electronically from a computer system.

Creating Tables

In relational databases, tables are at the core of how data is stored and organized. Each table is made up of rows and columns, where the rows represent individual records, and the columns define the types of data that each record holds.

Insert Queries

Once you’ve created tables in your database, the next step is to populate them with data. This is where the INSERT statement in SQL comes into play.

Selecting and Filtering

In any relational database, retrieving specific information is one of the most common tasks. The SELECT statement is the cornerstone of this process, allowing you to pull data from tables in various ways.

Sorting and Limiting

In this lesson, we will explore the ORDER BY clause, a powerful tool for sorting your query results in a specified order, and the LIMIT clause, which allows you to constrain the number of rows returned

Left Joins

Understanding how to effectively use LEFT JOIN will enable you to merge and analyze data from multiple tables, even when there are no corresponding entries in both tables.

Aggregate Functions

In this lesson, we will explore some of the most essential aggregate functions—COUNT, AVG, SUM, MIN, and MAX.

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Hello and thank you so much for checking out my work. My name is Gary Clarke and I'm a software developer with many years experience, primarily in PHP. I started creating video tutorials during lockdown in 2020 because I wanted the challenge of being able to explain complex / technical subjects to others in a way which is easy to understand and remember.

At this moment in time, my videos have been watched over a million times and I intend to keep creating new and improved content and teaching more and more new people. It would be my pleasure to see you on the inside of one of my courses.