Introduction to Database Admin

Database administrators are responsible for the maintenance, security, and operations of the databases their teams use. They also focus on making sure that data is stored and retrieved correctly. In this role, you'll spend a lot of time working with developers to understand their data needs, creating databases for use within the company, and ensuring that things run effectively.

Why we recommend Database Admin

Even if you do not fill a Database Admin role specifically, many companies are looking for developers who are able to interact with databases to accomplish their daily work effectively. Being familiar with SQL, Oracle, or other NoSQL databases will help set you up for success in your career as a developer.

SQL Resources

Course Name	Description	Skills Covered	Time to Complete
SQLBolt	Using interactive modules, learn the foundations of SQL	SQL	unknown
Pluralsight Intro to SQL	This course will take you through the foundations of SQL	SQL, Joins, Queries, Subqueries	2 hours
SQL: Creating Tables, Selecting, Inserting, and Deleting Data	This course will help you learn the basic database manipulation skills you'll need in order to be successful with SQL	Creating and removing Databases and Tables, Manipulating Tables	42 minutes
Learn SQL - Codecademy	Learn the foundations of SQL through interactive lessons. Will require signing up for a free Codecademy Account.	Querires, Aggregate Functions	5 Hours
SQL DDL: The Definitive Guide on Data Definition Language	Learn more about DDL Statements and how they are used to change database structures.	Create, Alter, Drop, and Truncate SQL Databases	N/A
SQL Tutorials	This resource offers concepts, hands-on examples, and interactive quizzes in order to strengthen SQL Skills.	General SQL foundations	N/A