Use SQL to get the data you need in no time at all Learn to read and write basic queries troubleshoot common problems and control your own business data in just 24 short lessons no programming experience required In Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches you ll master useful SQL skills likeWrite your own SQL queriesSee only the data you need in large datasetsEasily filter sort and cluster dataMaster basic data manipulation techniquesSafely create update and delete dataStructured Query Language SQL is the standard way to get specific datasets out of large relational databases If you use Excel Tableau or PowerBI to crunch business data you ve probably seen a lot of SQL already And guess what It s easy to master the most useful parts of SQL In just a few quick lessons you can learn to write your own queries modify existing SQL statements and add a new superpower to your bag of tricks Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches introduces you to the most useful parts of SQL for business data analysis This practical book gives you instantly useful techniques starting from the first short chapter 25 year SQL veteran Jeff Iannucci makes SQL a snap through hands on lab exercises relevant code examples and easy to understand language about the technologyFor decades Structured Query Language has been the standard way to talk to relational databases Unlike many programming languages SQL is easy to read and understand once you get the hang of it You don t need to be a data scientist or even a tech professional to master the most powerful features For business data analysts learning SQL empowers you to create better reports uncover market insights and freely explore large databases on your own about the bookIn Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches you ll learn how to use SQL to retrieve filter and analyze your data and more 24 short friendly lessons introduce you to SQL using examples and exercises built around the tasks you ll do on the job You ll start writing real SQL queries immediately And don t worry if you ve never tried to use a programming language before SQL reads a lot like English You ll soon be up to speed with one of the most sought after skills in today s marketplace about the readerFor data analysts using tools like Excel Tableau and PowerBI and software developers new to SQL and databases about the authorJeff Iannucci is a Senior Consultant with Straight Path Solutions For over 20 years he has worked extensively with SQL and relational databases to solve critical business needs in sectors such as health care finance retail sales and government He loves sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm for SQL as a blogger speaker and video course author