SQL for Data Analysis is a structured, practical course covering SQL, PostgreSQL, Analytics, Joins. It emphasizes explainable methods, checked work and a final outcome that can be reviewed.
Data & PythonTool stack
PostgreSQL
Technology marks for SQL for Data Analysis, sourced from the CC0-licensed Simple Icons project.
Use SQL appropriately in a realistic, bounded task.
Use PostgreSQL appropriately in a realistic, bounded task.
Use Analytics appropriately in a realistic, bounded task.
Use Joins appropriately in a realistic, bounded task.
Course outline and revision prompts
Module 1
SQL: Data foundations
Apply SQL through problem framing, data types, tool setup.
Lesson
Key terms
Revision question
Problem framing with SQL
problem framing, SQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a problem framing result produced with SQL?
Data types with PostgreSQL
data types, PostgreSQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a data types result produced with PostgreSQL?
Tool setup with Analytics
tool setup, Analytics, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a tool setup result produced with Analytics?
Instructional figureProcess flow
Problem Framing: from context to evidence
Problem Framing connects question and source data to a checked finding in SQL for Data Analysis.
1Question and source data
Define the purpose, intended user and SQL constraints.
frames
2Problem Framing
Write the decision first and identify the minimum supporting data.
produces evidence for
3Checked finding
Compare the observed result with a normal case, boundary case and stated limitation.
Takeaway: Problem Framing is credible only when the result can be traced back to its purpose, inputs and constraints. Problem Framing is the decision layer between the starting context and evidence that the result is fit for purpose.
Module 2
PostgreSQL: Analysis
Apply PostgreSQL through cleaning, exploration, modelling.
Lesson
Key terms
Revision question
Cleaning with Joins
cleaning, Joins, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a cleaning result produced with Joins?
Exploration with SQL
exploration, SQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a exploration result produced with SQL?
Modelling with PostgreSQL
modelling, PostgreSQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a modelling result produced with PostgreSQL?
Instructional figureContinuous cycle
Cleaning: from context to evidence
Cleaning connects question and source data to a checked finding in SQL for Data Analysis.
1Question and source data
Define the purpose, intended user and Joins constraints.
frames
2Cleaning
Profile first, state rules and retain an audit of changes.
produces evidence for
3Checked finding
Compare the observed result with a normal case, boundary case and stated limitation.
Review the evidence, adjust the method, and repeat.
Takeaway: Cleaning is credible only when the result can be traced back to its purpose, inputs and constraints. Cleaning is the decision layer between the starting context and evidence that the result is fit for purpose.
Module 3
Analytics: Evaluation
Apply Analytics through validation, uncertainty, communication.
Lesson
Key terms
Revision question
Validation with Analytics
validation, Analytics, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a validation result produced with Analytics?
Uncertainty with Joins
uncertainty, Joins, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a uncertainty result produced with Joins?
Communication with SQL
communication, SQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a communication result produced with SQL?
Instructional figureSide-by-side comparison
Validation: from context to evidence
Validation connects question and source data to a checked finding in SQL for Data Analysis.
1Question and source data
Define the purpose, intended user and Analytics constraints.
frames
2Validation
Choose metrics tied to real error cost and inspect subgroups.
produces evidence for
3Checked finding
Compare the observed result with a normal case, boundary case and stated limitation.
Takeaway: Validation is credible only when the result can be traced back to its purpose, inputs and constraints. Validation is the decision layer between the starting context and evidence that the result is fit for purpose.
Module 4
Joins: Applied project
Apply Joins through workflow, review, reproducibility.
Lesson
Key terms
Revision question
Workflow with PostgreSQL
workflow, PostgreSQL, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a workflow result produced with PostgreSQL?
Review with Analytics
review, Analytics, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a review result produced with Analytics?
Reproducibility with Joins
reproducibility, Joins, data
In SQL for Data Analysis, which evidence best supports a reproducibility result produced with Joins?
Instructional figureOrdered timeline
Workflow: from context to evidence
Workflow connects question and source data to a checked finding in SQL for Data Analysis.
1Question and source data
Define the purpose, intended user and PostgreSQL constraints.
frames
2Workflow
Organise scripts so every output can be rebuilt.
produces evidence for
3Checked finding
Compare the observed result with a normal case, boundary case and stated limitation.
Takeaway: Workflow is credible only when the result can be traced back to its purpose, inputs and constraints. Workflow is the decision layer between the starting context and evidence that the result is fit for purpose.
Course practical outcome
Produce a reviewable SQL for Data Analysis project using SQL, PostgreSQL, Analytics.
Expected output: A working SQL for Data Analysis artefact plus an evidence-based self-review.
Tools: A suitable SQL environment, A plain-text decision log, Test data or realistic sample material
Production steps
Define the intended user, outcome and constraints.
Create the smallest complete result using SQL.
Test one normal case, one boundary case and one failure response.
Revise the work from the evidence and preserve before-and-after results.
Prepare a concise handover containing method, limitations and next step.
Success criteria
The output matches the stated outcome.
Inputs and decisions are reproducible.
Boundary and failure evidence is included.
Limitations and responsibility considerations are explicit.
Self-review
Can another learner repeat the method?
Did I test a difficult case?
Did I avoid unsupported claims?
Is the next action proportionate to the remaining risk?
Next step: Choose one weakness found during review and improve it before extending the SQL scope.
Glossary
SQL
A core concept or tool used in SQL for Data Analysis; its exact meaning is established in the relevant lesson.
PostgreSQL
A core concept or tool used in SQL for Data Analysis; its exact meaning is established in the relevant lesson.
Analytics
A core concept or tool used in SQL for Data Analysis; its exact meaning is established in the relevant lesson.
Joins
A core concept or tool used in SQL for Data Analysis; its exact meaning is established in the relevant lesson.
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