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Introduction to SQL
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Introduction to SQL

Introduction to SQL

1. Retrieving Data
2. Sorting Retrieved Data
3. Filtering Data
4. Advanced Data Filtering
5. Aggregate Functions

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Retrieving Individual Columns

What is SQL?

Database

Why SQL Matters

SQL is essential for managing and querying databases efficiently. It is widely used due to its standardization, scalability, and ability to ensure data integrity. SQL's integration with other technologies makes it a versatile tool in various applications, supporting real-time data processing and decision-making.

Let's get started! In this course, we will work with a country database containing a country table. Let's look at this table.

SQL Syntax Explanation

To retrieve data from a database, SQL uses the SELECT statement. Here's the basic syntax:

  • SELECT: Specifies the columns to retrieve;
  • FROM: Specifies the table from which to retrieve the data.

For example, to get the sample column from the sample_table table, the syntax is:

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The following query will return all entries in the continent column from the country table:

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SELECT continent FROM country;
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In our previous query, we utilized the SELECT to retrieve a single continent column from the country table. It's important to note that you must specify the column name immediately after the SELECT keyword, and the FROM keyword specifies the name of the table from which we wish to retrieve data.

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Write an SQL query to retrieve a capital column from the country table.

Once you've completed this task, click the button below the code to check your solution.

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book
Retrieving Individual Columns

What is SQL?

Database

Why SQL Matters

SQL is essential for managing and querying databases efficiently. It is widely used due to its standardization, scalability, and ability to ensure data integrity. SQL's integration with other technologies makes it a versatile tool in various applications, supporting real-time data processing and decision-making.

Let's get started! In this course, we will work with a country database containing a country table. Let's look at this table.

SQL Syntax Explanation

To retrieve data from a database, SQL uses the SELECT statement. Here's the basic syntax:

  • SELECT: Specifies the columns to retrieve;
  • FROM: Specifies the table from which to retrieve the data.

For example, to get the sample column from the sample_table table, the syntax is:

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The following query will return all entries in the continent column from the country table:

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SELECT continent FROM country;
copy

In our previous query, we utilized the SELECT to retrieve a single continent column from the country table. It's important to note that you must specify the column name immediately after the SELECT keyword, and the FROM keyword specifies the name of the table from which we wish to retrieve data.

Taak

Swipe to start coding

Write an SQL query to retrieve a capital column from the country table.

Once you've completed this task, click the button below the code to check your solution.

Oplossing

Switch to desktopSchakel over naar desktop voor praktijkervaringGa verder vanaf waar je bent met een van de onderstaande opties
Was alles duidelijk?

Hoe kunnen we het verbeteren?

Bedankt voor je feedback!

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