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PostgreSQL_Beginner_Course

This document outlines a beginner course on PostgreSQL, covering its installation, basic and advanced database concepts, SQL operations, and integration with programming languages. Key modules include relational database basics, table operations, user management, and performance optimization techniques. The course also addresses advanced features like JSON support and triggers for automation.

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PostgreSQL_Beginner_Course

This document outlines a beginner course on PostgreSQL, covering its installation, basic and advanced database concepts, SQL operations, and integration with programming languages. Key modules include relational database basics, table operations, user management, and performance optimization techniques. The course also addresses advanced features like JSON support and triggers for automation.

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PostgreSQL Beginner Course

Module 1: Introduction to PostgreSQL

What is PostgreSQL?

- Open-source, advanced relational database.

- Features: ACID compliance, extensibility, JSON support.

Installing PostgreSQL:

- Windows: Official installer.

- macOS: Use Homebrew.

- Linux: Install via package manager.

Tools: psql and pgAdmin.

Module 2: Basics of Relational Databases

What is a Database?

- Organized collection of data.

Creating and Connecting to Databases:

- Using psql: CREATE DATABASE and \c.

- Using pgAdmin: Right-click 'Databases' -> 'Create'.

Module 3: SQL Basics with PostgreSQL

Table Operations:

- CREATE TABLE, ALTER TABLE, DROP TABLE.

Basic SQL Queries:

- SELECT, WHERE, ORDER BY, LIMIT.

Modifying Data:

- INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE.


Module 4: Advanced Table and Data Concepts

Primary Keys and Constraints:

- Enforce uniqueness and integrity.

Relationships Between Tables:

- One-to-Many, Foreign keys.

Joins:

- INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN.

Module 5: PostgreSQL Functions and Operators

Aggregate Functions: COUNT, AVG, MIN, MAX.

String Functions: CONCAT, SUBSTRING.

Date Functions: CURRENT_DATE, AGE.

Mathematical Operators: Arithmetic operations.

Module 6: Working with PostgreSQL Databases

Views:

- Create reusable queries with CREATE VIEW.

Indexes:

- Speed up queries with CREATE INDEX.

Transactions:

- Ensure data consistency with COMMIT and ROLLBACK.

Module 7: Administration Basics

User Management:

- CREATE USER, GRANT, REVOKE.

Database Backup and Restore:


- pg_dump and psql for backups.

Module 8: PostgreSQL with Programming Languages

Python (psycopg2):

- Connect and query PostgreSQL.

Node.js (pg):

- Use pg module to interact with PostgreSQL.

Module 9: Performance Optimization

Query Optimization:

- Use EXPLAIN to analyze queries.

Performance Tuning:

- Adjust postgresql.conf settings.

Module 10: Advanced PostgreSQL Features

JSON and JSONB:

- Store and query JSON data.

Triggers:

- Automate actions with CREATE TRIGGER.

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