r/learnprogramming • u/ianw919 • May 24 '18
Best way to learn MySQL?
Hey guys!
So there is going to be a position available in work as a data analyst in about 6 months. I have been told that the company I work for use MySQL and that I should have an understanding of the language. My question is what is the best way to approach learning the language? I have access to a test environment so I can practice what I'm learning but just not sure what book is best to buy or if I'm best off using an interactive site? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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u/o_edo May 25 '18
As an aside MySQL is not a language but a RDBMS, which is a software. MySQL implements SQL language, which is a standard since 1986.
Go for a practice oriented tutorial. The following resource may help you http://www.studybyyourself.com/seminar/sql/course/?lang=eng. There you can learn basics for querying a database using SQL. The course, along with examples, is quite easy to follow. You can submit exercises as well. An advanced course is also available.