MSDN Tutorials

Master SQL Server: From Basics to Advanced Development

SQL Server Tutorials

Getting Started with SQL Server

An essential guide for beginners to understand the core concepts and architecture of Microsoft SQL Server.

Beginner Core Concepts
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Writing Your First T-SQL Query

Learn the fundamental syntax of Transact-SQL (T-SQL) to retrieve and manipulate data effectively.

Beginner T-SQL Data Retrieval
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Database Design Fundamentals

Understand principles of relational database design, including normalization and entity-relationship modeling.

Intermediate Design Modeling
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Introduction to Stored Procedures

Explore how to create and use stored procedures to encapsulate business logic and improve performance.

Intermediate T-SQL Stored Procedures
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SQL Server Performance Optimization

Discover techniques for identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks in your SQL Server databases.

Advanced Performance Tuning
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Securing Your SQL Server

Learn best practices for securing your SQL Server instances and databases against unauthorized access.

Intermediate Security Best Practices
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SQL Server Administration Essentials

A guide to essential tasks for SQL Server administrators, including backups, recovery, and monitoring.

Intermediate Administration Maintenance
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Connecting Applications to SQL Server

Learn how to connect your applications using popular programming languages and frameworks.

Intermediate Development Integration
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