Structured Query Language (SQL) is a database language for storing, manipulating and retrieving data. Companies use SQL when they have a need to store, update and serve data with clearly-defined relationships or using mature, proven technology, with a database language that is easy to get started with.

In this lab challenge, you'll be provided with a SQL environment and complete several SQL tasks in order to pass. This is a real environment, meaning you'll have the chance to show practical experience rather than answer questions in a multiple-choice environment.

Updates

August 24th, 2020 - Updated the lab to use in-browser Remote Desktop to streamline the lab experience

March 13th, 2020 - Updated the lab's SQL license and validation steps

• Familiarity with the Azure Portal is helpful but not required
• The Cloud Academy lab on working with SQL

• Prospective developers, data scientists and database engineers
• Anyone who needs the ability to store, edit and view data
• Anyone interested in full-stack, backend or website development

• Your knowledge of basic SQL principles
• Your ability to navigate within Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• Your practical ability to create and manage data using SQL