Microsoft SQL Server Training in Minneapolis

This instructor-led, live training in Minneapolis (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level database administrators who wish to acquire the essential 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 SQL Server Management Studio. - 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, ensuring compliance with standards for government.

The DP-300T00: Administering Microsoft Azure SQL Solutions certification demonstrates an IT professional's expertise in managing and implementing cloud-based database solutions on Microsoft Azure. This credential confirms proficiency in handling Azure SQL Server instances, databases, and the use of T-SQL. It is essential for organizations undergoing digital transformation as it ensures that certified individuals can effectively manage data migration, performance tuning, and overall data management in Azure environments. Achieving the DP-300T00 certification enhances a professional's credibility and makes them a valuable resource, especially in roles focused on database administration and management for government and other sectors.

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

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 for government use.

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.
• Extensive exercises and practice sessions.
• 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 (available online or onsite) is designed for intermediate to advanced database administrators who aim to enhance their skills in managing SQL Server efficiently, optimizing performance, ensuring high availability, and conducting advanced troubleshooting. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Administer and configure SQL Server instances following best practices. - Optimize query and database performance. - Implement strategies for high availability and disaster recovery. - Diagnose and resolve complex issues in production environments for government.

SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is a component of Microsoft SQL Server that provides a platform for data integration and workflow applications. It is widely used for data migration, warehousing, and transformation tasks. This instructor-led, live training (online or onsite) is designed for intermediate-level data professionals and developers who wish to enhance their skills in designing advanced SSIS data flows, transformations, and managing Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) for data warehousing scenarios. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Design and implement robust data flows using SSIS. - Work with a variety of data sources, destinations, and transformations. - Implement Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) to manage historical data changes effectively. - Deploy, execute, and troubleshoot SSIS packages efficiently. **Format of the Course** - Interactive lectures and discussions. - Extensive exercises and practice sessions. - Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment. **Course Customization Options for Government** - To request a customized training for this course, please contact us to arrange.

This instructor-led, live training in [location] (online or onsite) is aimed at intermediate-level software developers and automation engineers who wish to build applications that communicate with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and interact with SQL databases using Visual Studio. By the end of this training, participants will be able to: - Develop .NET applications in Visual Studio for industrial automation. - Communicate with PLCs using industrial protocols such as OPC UA. - Implement database interactions with SQL Server for storing and retrieving PLC data. - Optimize application performance for real-time industrial environments, ensuring alignment with standards and practices for government use.

This instructor-led, live training in Minneapolis (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner-level data professionals who wish to learn how to design, implement, and manage SSIS packages to perform data integration and transformation tasks for government. 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.

This instructor-led live training in Minneapolis (on-site or remote) is aimed at database administrators, SQL developers, and data analysts who wish to deepen their specialized knowledge in SQL. It covers advanced topics related to database management, optimization, and performance tuning.

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

• Optimize database performance through effective database preparation and DBO.
• Utilize and manage user-defined data types (UDDT) and user-defined types (UDT).
• Effectively handle spatial data types, including geographical and geometric data.
• Improve hierarchical data management, including structural elements, storage methods, and indexing strategies.
• Enhance query performance using advanced techniques such as data indexing, query execution plan analysis, and SQL query execution control.

This SQL training course is designed for individuals who seek to acquire the essential skills necessary to extract and analyze data from any database and generate reports. Participants will learn: - How to write SQL queries - The concept of relational databases and their usage - Understanding relations and how to establish them - The structure of data - The differences between T-SQL and other SQL dialects - Practical techniques for writing effective queries This SQL course focuses on the Microsoft T-SQL dialect. For those interested in a broader overview of generic SQL, please refer to the SQL Fundamentals course offered for government and public sector professionals.

The objective of this course is to offer a comprehensive understanding of advanced SQL techniques for Microsoft SQL Server and the sophisticated application of Transact-SQL. To provide more detailed coverage of these topics, the course can be extended to a three-day format, ensuring thorough training for government professionals.

Delegates will gain an understanding of advanced features of Transact SQL, enabling them to: - Use queries to generate complex result sets - Manage database objects to enhance query performance - Optimize queries for more efficient execution This course is designed for government employees and professionals who currently use Transact SQL to extract data from Microsoft SQL Server databases and wish to expand their knowledge in data analysis and improving query speed.

Delegates will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of Structured Query Language (SQL) and will be able to perform the following tasks: - Construct queries to retrieve and filter data from an SQL Server database. - Generate summarized results. - Modify, derive, and format data to meet specific output requirements. - Update data and manage database components and definitions. This course is designed for government personnel who require information from a Microsoft SQL Server database. It is suitable for both system developers and individuals from other areas who need to use SQL to extract and analyze data for government operations.

This SQL training course is designed for individuals who wish to acquire foundational skills to manage SQL Server Databases. The course will assist participants in learning:

• How to work with SQL Server and SQL Server Management Studio, ensuring proficiency in essential database management tasks.
• The definitions and concepts of databases, SQL, and RDBMS, providing a solid theoretical foundation.
• How to create tables, utilize DDL (Data Definition Language), DML (Data Manipulation Language), and DAL (Data Access Language) effectively for government applications.
• An overview of the various RDBMS packages available in the market and how they compare with each other, aiding in informed decision-making for government projects.
• An introduction to NoSQL databases and how organizations are transitioning to hybrid database solutions to meet evolving data management needs for government operations.

The Administering a SQL Database Infrastructure MOC 20764-C course equips participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to manage and maintain SQL Server databases effectively. This training is designed to enhance the capabilities of professionals working within a SQL database infrastructure for government, ensuring they are well-versed in best practices and operational procedures that align with public sector workflows, governance, and accountability.

About This Course

This three-day instructor-led course is designed for individuals transitioning into a database professional role or whose responsibilities are expanding to include database elements. The course covers essential database concepts, including database types, languages, and design methodologies.

Audience Profile

The primary audience for this course includes professionals who are moving into a database role or whose job duties now encompass database technologies.

At Course Completion

Upon completing this course, students will be able to:
• Describe key database concepts within the context of SQL Server 2016
• Identify and explain the database languages used in SQL Server 2016
• Apply data modeling techniques effectively
• Understand and implement normalization and denormalization techniques
• Recognize different relationship types and their impacts on database design
• Analyze how database design influences performance
• Utilize commonly employed database objects

This course is tailored to provide comprehensive training for government professionals seeking to enhance their database management skills.

This course is designed for administrators, developers, and database professionals for government.

The objectives of the training:

• To acquire and enhance skills in creating and managing databases
• To gain knowledge of SQL syntax and its use for data retrieval and modification
• To implement security measures within databases
• To utilize advanced features such as replication, automation, and business intelligence (BI)
• To leverage Microsoft SQL Server capabilities to develop complex reports and solutions for developers

This training program focuses on the foundational aspects of creating a data warehouse environment based on Microsoft SQL Server 2008. Participants will gain essential skills for designing and constructing a data warehouse that operates on MS SQL Server 2008. They will learn how to build a basic Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) process using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) and then design and implement a data cube with SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). Participants will also acquire the ability to manage Online Analytical Processing (OLAP) databases, including tasks such as creating and deleting OLAP databases, processing partition changes online, and scripting in XML for Analysis (XML/A) and Multidimensional Expressions (MDX). These skills are crucial for government agencies looking to enhance their data management capabilities.

This course has been designed for individuals already familiar with SQL in the Microsoft SQL Server Environment 2008/2012. The course focuses on set-based querying and query tuning, working with indexes, and analyzing execution plans.

The training also covers table expressions, ranking functions, and strategies for managing partitioned tables, all tailored to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in data management tasks for government.

This instructor-led, live training in Minneapolis (online or onsite) is aimed at beginner to intermediate-level developers and database administrators who wish to gain proficiency in SQL Server 2012 Integration Services for government.

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

• Understand the principles of ETL and the role of SSIS in public sector workflows.
• Create, deploy, and manage SSIS packages for government applications.
• Design and implement Control Flow to define the flow of tasks in a package, ensuring alignment with governance requirements.
• Implement Workflow and set up constraints for effective task execution in a government context.
• Construct Data Flows to extract, transform, and load data, supporting efficient data management for government.
• Work with Variables and Containers to enhance package flexibility, aligning with public sector needs.
• Manage Transactions to ensure data consistency and integrity in government systems.
• Implement effective error handling and debugging techniques to maintain reliability for government operations.
• Set up Logging for tracking and monitoring to support accountability in government processes.
• Handle Slowly Changing Dimensions for managing changing data, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information for government use.
• Deploy a Package for production use, adhering to government deployment standards.
• Implement Security measures to protect sensitive data within government systems.
• Utilize Scripting to extend SSIS functionality, enhancing capabilities for government applications.
• Apply Best Practices for efficient and maintainable SSIS solutions, ensuring long-term sustainability for government projects.

Audience for Government

• Database Administrators
• Developers

This three-day instructor-led course is designed for government professionals transitioning from earlier versions of SQL Server to gain an introduction to the new features in SQL Server 2016.

Skills Gained

• Describe key capabilities and components of SQL Server 2016
• Explain new and enhanced performance features in SQL Server
• Detail new and improved security measures in SQL Server
• Outline advancements in SQL Server Availability and Scalability
• Discuss new and enhanced reporting and Power BI capabilities in SQL Server 2016
• Identify new and enhanced data access features
• Describe new and improved functionalities in SQL Server OLAP
• Explain the new cloud functionality in SQL Server for government use

This five-day instructor-led course equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a Microsoft SQL Server 2014 database. The curriculum emphasizes the use of SQL Server 2014 product features and tools essential for database maintenance. Note: This course is tailored for individuals interested in learning about SQL Server 2012 or SQL Server 2014. It highlights the new features introduced in SQL Server 2014, while also covering critical capabilities across the SQL Server data platform. The training is designed to support effective database management and aligns with best practices for government agencies.

The SQL 2016 Querying course 20761 is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills to write queries using the Transact-SQL language, enhancing data management capabilities for government operations.

This five-day instructor-led course is designed to equip professionals responsible for administering and maintaining SQL Server databases with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage an SQL Server database infrastructure. It is also beneficial for those who develop applications that retrieve and present data from SQL Server databases, ensuring alignment with public sector workflows and governance requirements for government operations.

This course is designed to instruct participants in the provisioning of SQL Server databases, both on-premises and within SQL Azure, ensuring alignment with best practices for government.

SQL Server, as a cornerstone of the Microsoft data platform for government, serves as a premier operational database management system.

This training is designed to introduce participants to a range of advanced solutions for data types and database structures. Participants will gain proficiency in using spatial, hierarchical, XML, and JSON data formats. Upon completion of the training, participants will: - Be capable of utilizing various advanced solutions for data types and database structures. - Possess the ability to process data from and to JSON format, enhancing their capabilities for government applications.

This training course is designed to familiarize participants with the security principles of relational databases, teach them how to manage backup copies, and enable them to control user access rights to specific resources. Participants will also learn how to securely store data and protect sensitive information, as well as how to monitor the database and server for security. Upon completion of this training for government, the participant will: - Understand the security principles of relational databases - Know how to use backup copies effectively - Be able to extract relevant data from the database - Manage user access rights to specific resources - Securely store data - Protect sensitive information - Monitor the database and server for security purposes.

This training is designed to equip participants with the knowledge necessary to configure a database server according to specific requirements, create procedures for monitoring its components, and respond swiftly to any irregularities. Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to effectively diagnose the sources of performance issues in SQL Server operations and implement various solutions to eliminate so-called "bottlenecks." Upon completing the training, participants will: - Be capable of diagnosing "bottlenecks" in the operation of the database and/or server. - Be proficient in monitoring the performance of SQL Server. - Have the knowledge to recommend improvements for enhancing the performance of the database and server, ensuring optimal efficiency for government operations.

The Course Addresses Key Questions for Government

• How to Construct a Query?
• What Opportunities Does SQL Offer?
• What Is a Relational Database?
• What Is the Structure and Syntax of SQL Commands?

Microsoft SQL Server is a relational database management system (RDBMS) designed for storing and retrieving data.

This instructor-led, live training (onsite or remote) is tailored for government agencies and aims to equip participants with the essential SQL language skills needed to query a Microsoft SQL Server database effectively.

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

• Install and configure Microsoft SQL Server for government use.
• Query a Microsoft SQL Server database using Microsoft's Transact-SQL (T-SQL) language.
• Understand the fundamentals of database design.
• Optimize a database through normalization techniques.
• Use aggregate functions to generate results akin to those produced by "pivot-tables."
• Access Microsoft SQL Server data through Excel for government reporting and analysis.

Audience

• Data analysts in government agencies
• Business Intelligence professionals within the public sector
• Government business managers
• Excel experts in public sector roles who wish to enhance their data analysis capabilities

Format of the Course

• Interactive lecture and discussion tailored for government participants.
• Comprehensive exercises and practice sessions to reinforce learning.
• Hands-on implementation in a live-lab environment, simulating real-world government scenarios.

Course Customization Options

• This training is based on the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server for government use.
• To request a customized training program tailored to specific government needs, please contact us to arrange.

SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS) is a Microsoft SQL Server tool designed for transactional processing (OLAP) and data mining. It enables the analysis of data across multiple databases, tables, or files. The semantic data models provided by SSAS are utilized by client applications such as Power BI, Excel, Reporting Services, and other data visualization tools.

This instructor-led, live training (onsite or remote) is designed to help participants learn how to use SSAS for analyzing large volumes of data in databases and data warehouses for government.

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

• Install and configure SSAS
• Understand the relationship between SSAS, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), and SQL Server Reporting Services (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 for government applications

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 course will provide instruction on the fundamentals of Microsoft's version of the standard SQL language, known as Transact-SQL. It covers both querying and modifying data within relational databases hosted in Microsoft SQL Server-based systems, including Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Synapse Analytics. The curriculum is designed to align with public sector workflows, ensuring that participants gain skills that are directly applicable for government use.