I am a very skilled user in Word and Excel and I am learning to use
Microsoft Access.
Are Microsoft Word and Excel skills necessary or helpful to learning relational databases?
Also, I have basic self taught IT skills and i have been using the computer since the 70’s.
I am developing a local database for about 200 prices of heavy equipment.
My design has about 8 tables and as many forms and reports.
Do I need Visual basic and perhaps not SQL for the SQL Boot Camp?
My education is a B.S and MS Ed.
The prerequisites for learning relational databases
You need to have strong familiarity with the Ms Office suite of applications (Word, Excel).
The SQLBootCamp.com course is open to beginners or students without a knowledge of programming or SQL … because we take you through all those basics before moving on to the more advanced databases development and SQL query courses.
You don’t need to worry about pre-installing additional software programs on your machine as long as you have a computer that is equipped to get on the internet and run office productivity applications like Microsoft Word and Excel.
You don’t need to learn Visual Basic (VB) or Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) except if you want to also learn software development.
If you feel that learning VBA is required for your job, contact us and we will add it to your course.
Microsoft Access has been around for a while and it still is a popular Relational Database Software.
This issue reviews what you need to know about upgrading your Microsoft Office Access Skills:
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Easy of Use – Microsoft Access is one of the easiest relational database platforms used in business because of it's intuitive graphical user interface (GUI).
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Office User – Microsoft Access is popular with business or office people. It is relatively easy to install, configure and use even on a desktop, laptop or home computer which makes it a winner in these scenarios.
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Low Support Costs – Unlike enterprise databases like Oracle or even IBM DB2, Microsoft Access databases do not need dedicated database administrators. The Microsoft Access developer (you) in this case is the Database Administrator unlike enterprise databases where there tends to be a split between the duties of a database administrator and the database developer.
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Data Entry Forms – Microsoft Access is a unique database for offices because it comes with a set of forms for building data entry (entering, editing, deleting, updating) forms. It eliminates the costs and complexity of building a data entry form using custom tools like you will find with Oracle, IBM DB2 or any other enterprise database.
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In-Built Reporting Capability – Microsoft Access also incorporates the ability to generate simple or complex, customized reports based it's data. It is not a full fledged reporting tool like Crystal Reports or SQL Server Reporting Services. This eliminates some of the complexity, costs and learning curve associated with building external reports.
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In-Built Application Development Tool – One reason why Microsoft Access is an extremely powerful and flexible application is that it allows you to customize or write full-blown software features using a popular and easy to learn programming language known as VBA or Visual Basic for Applications. Many people actually use the VBA feature of Microsoft Access to jump start their programming careers.
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Graphical SQL Query Building -Writing SQL is made easy in Microsoft Access because of it's Graphical Query Designer which allows you to join tables and add filters or clauses to them. You can easily see the generated query actual Access SQL statement and modify it accordingly.
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Data Analysis Tool – because Microsoft Access allows you to build tables, data entry forms and reports quote easily, it is used as a Data Analysis tool in many organizations. Using Microsoft Office Access, you can for example, design a Survey, create a table to store the data, build a simple data entry form, build a report and then give multiple users access to the report. When the report is completed, you can also easily run SQL queries to analyze the report.
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Enterprise Database backend - users who are intimidated by enterprise databases like Oracle or even SQL Server can actually connect to any one of these databases, download or browse the data and write SQL queries without having to leave the safety and comfort of the Microsoft Access environment!
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Multi User Access - Microsoft Office Access supports a limited number of users accessing or editing it's data. It is sometimes seen as a better choice for data analysis projects where multiple users have to update, edit, delete or work with the same information while retaining each individual's ability to rapidly prototype, build or extend it using forms.
So, as you can see, the Microsoft Access Database Development tool is a powerful office productivity tool.
To get started, one thing that Microsoft Access can't do is enforce proper database design practices or write subqueries, complex joins, etc. That is why people go back to taking a strong SQL / Database Class after first falling in love with Microsoft Access.
Dear Friend,
you have been using Microsoft Access, and you can visualize all the results you would like to achieve using it’s powerful + flexible relational database engine.
The SQL Boot Camp will teach you how to write those efficient, complex precise or accurate SQL Statements that you have been wanting to do.
Yes, you can enroll at the Online SQL Boot Camp Class and begin to upgrade your Microsoft Office Access Skills … Would you Like to Start Now?
We do provide a SQL Developer completion certificate as part of our SQL Boot Camp Training.
How it works is that your SQL scores from Quizzes and Hands-On
Assignments are recorded on your report card.
The report card functions as an online transcript and by the end of
your course, there is a detailed record of all the specific SQL + Database exams, tests or projects you worked on.
So, you receive a SQL + Database completion certificate or a transcript that you can share with your employer.
SQL Boot Camp training is designed specifically for your career or job goals
and not for your diploma or educational goals.
If you are looking for more diplomas, educational credentials or qualifications then a traditional 4 year college program will suit you better.
If you are looking for functional skills, hands-on SQL Development experience for an IT workplace then you can choose SQL Boot Camp training
THE DATA ANALYST JOB ROLE
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The data analyst has the primary responsibility of collecting and analyzing data.
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The data analyst monitors and maintains the quality of data collected in a database system.
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The data analyst is responsible for the analytical techniques used in collecting, preparing and cleaning data before or after it is collected in a database.
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The database analyst may be required to design or develop the database or design and develop the queries and reports needed by end users or management teams.
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The database analyst designs and develops SQL queries for extracting information, trends, insights and metrics from data stored in the database. Therefore the data analyst needs to have strong SQL query writing skills.
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The data analyst gathers, analyzes, defines and validates the data requirement needs of an organization.
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The data analyst needs to be experienced in using, designing or developing relational database management systems based on SQL Server or mySQL or Microsoft Access or Oracle.
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The data analyst researches and identifies the sources of data in an organization and maps them to specific entities, attributes or domains.
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The data analyst defines or document the data transformations and mappings that need to occur between different data sources.
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The data analyst is responsible for the data quality requirements of a project.
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The data analyst monitors, investigates, corrects, and prevents data quality problems.
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The data analyst uses SQL to drill down into the relational database structure and identifies TRENDS, PATTERNS and INSIGHT.
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The data analyst looks at or summarizes data with the goal of extracting meaningful information or developing data based conclusions for management.
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The database analyst is responsible for analyzing or providing the historical, current, and predictive views of data stored in sales, production or financial databases.
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The database analyst needs to have strong data collection, data analysis, data validation and data preparation skills.
The SQL Boot Camp covers the training or skill requirements for data analyst jobs.
Register for information on how to begin your data analyst training or read more about The Data Analyst Training System …
So, what are you waiting for … go ahead and register for the Data Analyst Training Program on SQL BOOT CAMP.
Report Writer Job Role
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The report writer is responsible for writing the reports used by management.
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The report writer analyzes the result set returned by queries and then writes reports that deliver meaningful insight to management or stakeholders.
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The report writer develops, formats, review, analyzes and verifies the reports used by management or end users.
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The report writer automates the reports development processes.
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The report writer gathers, analyzes, defines and develops the reports used in an organization using tools and skills like SQL, SQL Server Reporting Services or Crystal Reports.
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The report writer defines, creates, develops, runs and validates ad hoc or canned reports using SQL and tools like SQL Server Reporting Services, Crystal Reports or Business Objects.
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The report writer is responsible for the timelines and accuracy of the reports presented to management.
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The report writer is responsible for querying data sources with different logical or physical data models to create or produce reports for management.
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The report writer is responsible for the scheduling and delivering of reports to the end users or management via print, fax, email, postal mail or over the intranet or internet depending on the data security needs of the organization.
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The report writer is responsible for report development, report formatting and report distribution to stake-holders as Adobe (PDF) reports, Rich Text (rtf) reports, Microsoft Word reports, Microsoft Excel reports or Web / Online reports using tools like Microsoft Reporting Services, Crystal Reports, Business Objects or HTML.
The SQL Boot Camp covers the training or skill requirements for report writing or report development jobs.
Register for information on how to begin your report writing or report development job training or read more about The Report Writing Training System …
So, what are you waiting for … go ahead and register for the Report Writing or Report Development Training Program on SQL BOOT CAMP.
The Database Developer Role
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The database developer has the responsibility of collecting data or archiving historical data and the primary responsibility of keeping the integrity and reliability of the collected or archived data.
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The database developer develops both the logical and physical data models that are used in create databases.
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The database developer monitors and maintains the physical database system and takes the necessary corrective actions to ensure that the database works properly.
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The database developer is responsible for the transitioning or upgrading of database systems (for example from Microsoft Access to Microsoft SQL Server).
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The database developer has the responsibility of securing the access and usage of database tables, views or stored procedures.
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The database developer is responsible for designing the database architecture, extracting, transforming and loading the data into the database.
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The database developer brings physical and logical database design skills to the table.
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The database developer is involved with designing databases based on the company’s needs or creating the queries or SQL statements or reports that deliver useful information to end users.
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The database developer incorporates business rules needed by an organization into the database using stored procedures, constraints or other database objects.
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The database developer identifies and implements the entities, domains and attributes needed in a relational database management system.
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The database developer designs the actual database fields, tables, indexes, keys, constraints and relationships defined in the entity relationship (ER) or logical diagrams.
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The database developer defines and developers the data diagrams or data dictionaries that document the database schema, tables, views and relationships.
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The database developer is responsible for continuously reviewing the data integrity of databases used by the business.
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The database developer is responsible for identifying and implementing the data sizing requirements during the physical database design process.
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The database developer is responsible for saving or modifying data, providing access to data and ensuring that the database is tuned for optimal performance.
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The database developer identifies external threats and implements the database security needed to prevent data breach or data compromise.
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The database developer working with the systems administrator or network administrator or database administrator implements the necessary database software upgrades, database backups or database restores.
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The database developer may be responsible for optimizing the SQL queries or stored procedures developed by the report writer or data analyst.
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The data database developer needs to be experienced in using, designing or developing relational database management systems based on SQL Server or mySQL or Microsoft Access or Oracle.
The SQL Boot Camp covers the training or skill requirements for database development jobs.
Register for information on how to begin your database developer training or read more about The Database Developer Training System …
So, what are you waiting for … go ahead and register for the Database Developer Training Program on SQL BOOT CAMP.
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Web Based Online SQL or Database Training Courses:
SQL Boot Camp is delivered to registered students via our web based, online training and learning management system (LMS).
Web based training is more flexible than traditional, class based training or other forms of distance learning because you can log-in with a private or secure access and take your training at a convenient time, from the comfort of your home or office and from any location in the world.
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Video Based SQL or Database Training:
SQL Boot Camp is delivered via instructional videos that walk you through the beginner to advanced topics in database design theory, database modeling, SQL based data querying and analysis, etc. You may watch the videos at home or in your office and learn from a SQL instructor or database trainer without having to be in the same physical class room location. The SQL training videos are delivered through our web-based, distance learning, online training system .
The training videos are completely hands-on. You learn by watching or doing the tasks you the SQL instructor or trainer is performing.
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Database Practice Tests, SQL Training Quizzes or Database Exams:
Your learning, comprehension or technical mastery are tested as you work your way through the SQL topics or database development concepts presented to you. The quizzes or exam are built into the web based SQL BOOT CAMP training system . They are designed into your database training class at regular intervals so you get regular feedback as you study and progress along the course.
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Experienced Instructor Led SQL Training or Database Development Class:
You are assigned a SQL instructor or database trainer when you register for the SQL training package. You are also assigned open-ended essay quizzes by your instructor, who is responsible for reading your essay or quiz responses and grading them. You are also given private assignments by your database design instructor that require you to perform specific skill based tasks. You submit the homework or assignment back to your course instructor … who grades it for you.
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Progress Feedback / Report Card:
While attending SQL BOOT CAMP Training you are graded on every module, assignment, quiz, practice test and essay given to you. Your grade scores are displayed in an web based report card which is available only to you as part of your SQL / database training course.
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Private Discussions:
During your SQL Training / Database Training program on SQL BOOT CAMP you may post a question, concern or discussion on any SQL / database topic, video, assignment or quiz presented to you and get personal assistance, feedback, answers, coaching and one-on-one mentoring from your SQL Instructor.
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Beginner to Intermediate to Senior Level Training:
SQL Boot Camp is divided into multiple levels. The SQL BOOT CAMP training software system automatically moves you along your database training plan from one level to a higher level as soon as you work through all the videos, assignments, quizzes or essays assigned to you. You are notified by SQL BOOT CAMP when a new training video is posted by your instructor for you to watch, when it is time to take a practice test or quiz and when your instructor posts a question for you.
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Certificate Based Training:
At the end of your SQL training or database design class or database development course you are mailed a completion certificate that contains your grades and the skills you mastered. You will also be able to access your transcript online on our secure, private, online learning management system.
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SQL Live Presentations / Seminars:
We schedule live SQL development presentations or database training seminars. As a registered student of the SQL Training / Database Training program on SQL BOOT CAMP, you are notified every time there is a live, online database design seminar or web based database development conference and preregistered for it, You won’t be required to pay for these seminars as well … since you are a registered student on “SQL Boot Camp”.
So, what are you waiting for … go ahead and register for the SQL Developer Training / Database Training program on SQL BOOT CAMP.
