Administering in Microsoft SQL Server Training Course

This comprehensive training program provides participants with the essential theoretical knowledge and practical expertise needed to construct, oversee, and analyze business intelligence (BI) solutions using contemporary Microsoft technologies. The curriculum centers on SQL Server (2017/2019/2022 features) and Azure Analysis Services (AAS), spanning the complete data analytics workflow from data ingestion to final visualization.

Attendees will acquire the skills to design and deploy modern data warehousing solutions, construct resilient ETL/ELT pipelines via SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), develop sophisticated analytical models using SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS - Tabular) and Azure Analysis Services, and produce insightful reports and visualizations. The course places significant emphasis on utilizing in-memory technologies, cloud integration, and modern query languages.

Designed for participants who are already familiar with SQL within the Microsoft SQL Server 2008/2012 environment, this course concentrates on set-based querying, query optimization, index management, and execution plan analysis.

Additionally, the training addresses table expressions, ranking functions, and techniques for working with partitioned tables.

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is designed for beginner to intermediate-level developers and database administrators seeking to master SQL Server 2012 Integration Services.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the principles of ETL and the role of SSIS.
• Create, deploy, and manage SSIS packages.
• Design and implement Control Flow to define the flow of tasks in a package.
• Implement Workflow and set up constraints for effective task execution.
• Construct Data Flows to extract, transform, and load data.
• Work with Variables and Containers to enhance package flexibility.
• Manage Transactions to ensure data consistency.
• Implement effective error handling and debugging techniques.
• Set up Logging for tracking and monitoring.
• Handle Slowly Changing Dimensions for managing changing data.
• Deploy a Package for production use.
• Implement Security measures to protect sensitive data.
• Utilize Scripting to extend SSIS functionality.
• Apply Best Practices for efficient and maintainable SSIS solutions.

This course aims to deliver a comprehensive understanding of advanced SQL techniques for Microsoft SQL Server, with a specific focus on Transact-SQL. To allow for more in-depth exploration of these topics, the course can be delivered as an intensive three-day program.

This course provides foundational training in Microsoft's dialect of the standard SQL language, known as Transact-SQL. Key subjects cover both querying and modifying data within relational databases hosted on Microsoft SQL Server-based systems, specifically Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Synapse Analytics.

Intended Audience

• Database Administrators
• Software Developers

This SQL training course is designed for individuals seeking to build foundational skills in managing SQL Server databases. Participants will learn:

• How to work with SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio.
• The concepts of databases, SQL, and RDBMS.
• Methods for creating tables and utilizing DDL, DML, and DAL.
• Various RDBMS products available in the market and how they compare.
• An introduction to NoSQL and how organizations are transitioning to hybrid database solutions.

Course Objectives

• Methods for constructing queries
• Capabilities and features of SQL
• Understanding relational databases
• Structure and SQL command syntax

Microsoft SQL Server serves as a relational database management system (RDBMS) designed for efficient data storage and retrieval.

This instructor-led live training, available either on-site or remotely, guides participants through the fundamental SQL skills required to query a Microsoft SQL Server database.

Upon completion of this training, participants will gain the ability to:

• Install and configure Microsoft SQL Server
• Execute queries on a Microsoft SQL Server database using Transact-SQL (T-SQL)
• Grasp the core principles of database design
• Enhance database performance through normalization
• Utilize aggregate functions to produce results analogous to "pivot-tables"
• Connect to Microsoft SQL Server via Excel

Target Audience

• Data analysts
• Business Intelligence specialists
• Business managers
• Excel experts looking to broaden their analytical capabilities

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions
• Practical implementation in a live-lab environment

Course Customization Options

• This training leverages the most recent version of Microsoft SQL Server
• For inquiries regarding customized training for this course, please reach out to us to make arrangements.

SQL Server is Microsoft’s enterprise-level relational database management system designed to store, manage, and retrieve data efficiently.

This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level IT professionals who wish to administer, configure, and maintain SQL Server environments.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure SQL Server environments.
• Manage databases, users, and permissions.
• Monitor performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Automate tasks using jobs and maintenance plans.

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion.
• Lots of exercises and practice.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level to advanced-level database administrators who wish to deepen their knowledge of SQL Server for efficient database management, performance tuning, high availability, and advanced troubleshooting.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Administer and configure SQL Server instances using best practices.
• Optimize performance of queries and databases.
• Implement high availability and disaster recovery strategies.
• Diagnose and resolve complex issues in production environments.A

This instructor-led live training in Argentina (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level database administrators who wish to learn the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively manage and administer SQL Server databases using SQL Server Management Studio.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand system requirements and perform installations.
• Create, configure, and manage databases using SSMS.
• Manage logins, users, roles, and permissions.
• Perform various types of backups and restore databases.
• Create, schedule, and manage jobs using SQL Server Agent.
• Implement best practices for efficient and secure SQL Server administration.

SSAS (SQL Server Analysis Services) is a Microsoft SQL Server tool designed for Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) and data mining, enabling the analysis of data across multiple databases, tables, or files. The semantic data models provided by SSAS serve as a foundation for client applications such as Power BI, Excel, Reporting Services, and various other data visualization tools.

In this instructor-led live training, available either onsite or remotely, participants will learn how to leverage SSAS to analyze large volumes of data stored in databases and data warehouses.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Install and configure SSAS
• Understand the relationship between SSAS, SSIS, and SSRS
• Apply multidimensional data modeling to extract business insights from data
• Design OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) cubes
• Query and manipulate multidimensional data using the MDX (Multidimensional Expressions) query language
• Deploy real-world BI solutions using SSAS

Audience

• BI (Business Intelligence) professionals
• Data Analysts
• Database and data warehousing professionals

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion
• Lots of exercises and practice
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment

Course Customization Options

• This training is based on the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server and SSAS.
• To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This live, instructor-led training in Argentina (online or on-site) is designed for beginner-level data professionals who wish to learn how to design, implement, and manage SSIS packages for data integration and transformation tasks.

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

• Understand the architecture and components of SSIS.
• Design and implement ETL processes using SSIS.
• Use SSIS tools to develop, deploy, and manage data integration solutions.
• Troubleshoot and optimize SSIS packages for performance and reliability.

SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is a core component of Microsoft SQL Server, offering a comprehensive platform for data integration and workflow application development. It is widely utilized for data migration, data warehousing, and complex transformation tasks.

This instructor-led live training, available either online or onsite, is designed for intermediate-level data professionals and developers seeking to master the design of advanced SSIS data flows, implement intricate transformations, and manage Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) within data warehousing environments.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be capable of:

• Designing and implementing resilient data flows using SSIS.
• Interacting with diverse data sources, destinations, and transformation components.
• Implementing Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) to effectively handle historical data changes.
• Deploying, executing, and troubleshooting SSIS packages with proficiency.

Course Format

• Interactive lectures and discussions.
• Extensive exercises and practical practice sessions.
• Hands-on implementation within a live laboratory environment.

Course Customization Options

• To request a customized training program for this course, please contact us to make arrangements.