This specialization introduces learners to the core tools and techniques used by data analysts to collect, analyze, and visualize data. Using Microsoft technologies such as SQL Server, Excel, and Power BI, learners will build practical skills for working with structured data and generating actionable insights. The program begins with SQL fundamentals, where learners will understand relational databases and write queries to retrieve and filter data. Learners will then build spreadsheet-based analytical skills using Excel for data organization, analysis, and reporting. Finally, the program introduces Power BI to create interactive dashboards and visualizations that communicate insights effectively. Throughout the specialization, learners will work with real-world datasets and hands-on exercises that reinforce analytical thinking and problem-solving. By the end of the program, learners will be able to transform raw data into meaningful visual reports and dashboards that support data-driven decision making.
CC
Very good foundations course but I think the Lab abit laggy.
OA
It's a very good course. However, it's isn't well explanatory. It is not a beginners course, rather an intermediate course. Anyways, Kudos to the Microsoft Team for this masterpiece.
RF
Perfect example, simple and easy to learn ! Loved it !
MM
This course gave a me detailed knowledge of Data analytics using power BI. the instructor were cons iced to the point and knowledgeable. THank you Coursera for this course
MB
The teachers could be more engaging, but generally it was a good course.
SA
دورة ممتازة ولكن فيها كم كبير من الامتحانات والتي كان بالامكان اختصارها على امتحان واحد بعد كل وحدة
HA
An amazing course, through which one gets the exposure of writing powerful queries in MSSQL using very powerful tools such as VS Code and GitHub CoPilot
OK
The order of the topics in the modules could have been better. For instance, you discussed creating workspaces before learning to publish reports. Aside that, great course!
RR
Excellent beginner to intermediate course for anyone looking to gain an understanding of SQL and database management.
OS
A great course for beginners. It also makes Machine learning make sense, from the point of Data Science.
SP
nice but where is my crtificate i cant download it
SK
This is a simple and easy to understand course to begin with Power BI. Thoroughly enjoyed learning!
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None of the practice labs and databases actually work. No instructors respond to requests for help in the forum and Coursera was abysmal at responding to help request (their chatbot is even more useless). Had to unenroll because you can't actually proceed with the work.
This course is old. It needs to be updated. Spots in labs were not possible to complete (simple actions such as rounding to X digits etc.). I can accept that, a quick search out of Coursera gave me the information that I needed. The big complaint I have is the last section of the last module where you need to sign up for a github account. That account is free, but there is now a paid requirement for the AI Copilot integration to be able to complete the labs. Even though there is a 30 day free trial, if I were to go on to the second class, I would end up needing to pay for the access. I am already paying for the course. This seems quite disingenuous. The course needs a good scrub and update.
Microsoft's approach to this is horrible, in my opinion. The brief introduction to SQL within Google's Cybersecurity certificate was much more straightforward. This course, at least so far, is chaotic. To start with, Pseudocode wasn't actually described (no intro into what it was or why it was necessary), but then there's a video on how to do it. Then you're expected to write your own, but again, no reasons why. In the next lab, not only does it bounce all over the place within the databases without telling you to change databases, but in its "utilize the below code structure to get you started" section, it structured code in the following way: FROM -- your code here. This indicates that dashes (--) should be used after a FROM clause. This is absolutely inaccurate, but including this in an example is incredibly misleading. I'm learning more on how to use SQL from using a search engine than I am from this course. Just all over the place, poorly laid out, and not intuitive teaching methods in this course. I'm really disappointed.
Absolutely hate this course. By the time you have to jump around to all of the items to read or participate in, you are exhausted and learned to follow steps, not actually concepts or sql. The build in lab items are horrendous.
There are problems with the installation of the Chinook database. There is no information available, so you actually can't use it ...
I have no clue how to use this course. It claims it is for beginners, but offers no insight on HOW to get connected to the Chinook DB. It gives the most basic information claiming the DB will just be there, and it is not. No amount of googling has solved this other than download this or download that. My work laptop and personal laptop it does not show up. Been over a week of trying to figure this out and I just give up.
SQL Foundations is an exceptional introductory course designed for beginners, aspiring data analysts, and software developers looking to build a rock-solid understanding of relational databases. It seamlessly bridges core theoretical concepts with hands-on, practical query writing. #Key Takeaways 1. Mastered core DML and DDL commands (SELECT, INSERT, ALTER, DROP). 2. Learned best practices for view management and database integrity. 3. Built confidence in writing clean, efficient, and well-structured relational queries. #Verdict Highly Recommended! A must-take course for anyone seeking a clear, comprehensive, and practical springboard into the world of database management and data analytics.
This course is excellent! It was very well structured in a way that made the material easy to understand. I now have more confidence in my SQL stills. Having a solid foundation of fundamentals is a great way to ease learning new things.
Me gustó la metodología de enseñanza, primero darle un vistazo a la importancia del tema, relacionándolo con lenguaje que ya conocemos y luego ponerlo en práctica en los laboratorios
I highly recommend this course because each module is demonstrated in great detail. The unique material on GitHub Copilot truly helps beginners learn SQL effectively.
An amazing course, through which one gets the exposure of writing powerful queries in MSSQL using very powerful tools such as VS Code and GitHub CoPilot
Excellent beginner to intermediate course for anyone looking to gain an understanding of SQL and database management.
muy excelente con los laboratorios se puede practicar y afianzar los conocimientos
May you be blessed, and may your efforts and outstanding lectures be blessed.
Bien explicado entre las tareas y los laboratorios queda mas claro cada tema
probably the best sql course for building foundational knowledge
Buen curso, me gusto mucho lo que se enseña en la parte basica
This course is amazing, i have learn a lot from this course.
Very good foundations course but I think the Lab abit laggy.
Es excelente para empezar de la mejor manera a aprender.