Learning SQL as a beginner data analyst is a great way to start working with data.

Here's a suggested
planner that covers essential topics, SQL commands, and explanations to get you started:

**Week 1: Introduction to Databases and SQL**

- **Day 1: Introduction to Databases**

- What is a database?
- Types of databases (SQL, NoSQL, etc.)
- Importance of SQL in data analysis.

- **Day 2: SQL Syntax and Basics**

- SQL syntax and structure.
- SELECT statement to retrieve data.
- SQL queries and results.

- **Day 3: DDL (Data Definition Language)**

- CREATE DATABASE and CREATE TABLE.
- Data types (e.g., INTEGER, VARCHAR, DATE).
- Primary keys and constraints.

- **Day 4: DML (Data Manipulation Language)**

- INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE statements.
- Modifying data in a table.
- Transactions and ACID properties.

- **Day 5: SQL Joins**

- INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, and FULL JOIN.
- Combining data from multiple tables.
- Using aliases in JOINs.

**Week 2: Data Retrieval and Filtering**

- **Day 1: WHERE Clause**

- Filtering data using the WHERE clause.
- Comparison operators (e.g., =, <, >).
- Logical operators (AND, OR).

- **Day 2: ORDER BY and LIMIT**

- Sorting data with ORDER BY.
- Limiting the number of results with LIMIT.
- Using OFFSET for pagination.

- **Day 3: Aggregate Functions**

- SUM, COUNT, AVG, MAX, MIN.
- Grouping data with GROUP BY.
- HAVING clause for filtering grouped data.

**Week 3: Data Manipulation and Analysis**

- **Day 1: Subqueries**
- Writing subqueries to retrieve specific data.
- Correlated subqueries.
- Subquery in the FROM clause (derived tables).

- **Day 2: String Functions**

- Using string functions (e.g., CONCAT, LENGTH, UPPER).
- Working with dates and times.
 - **Day 3: CASE Statements**
- Conditional logic with CASE.
- Creating calculated columns.

**Week 4: Advanced SQL Concepts**

- **Day 1: Indexes and Performance**

- Understanding indexes.
- Improving query performance.
- When to use and not use indexes.

- **Day 2: Views and Stored Procedures**

- Creating views for simplified querying.
- Writing and using stored procedures.
- Benefits of encapsulating logic.

- **Day 3: Transactions and Locking**

- Understanding transaction control (BEGIN, COMMIT, ROLLBACK).
- Dealing with concurrency and locking.

**Week 5: Practice and Real-World Scenarios**

- **Day 1-4: Hands-on Practice**

- Work on real datasets or sample databases.
- Create complex SQL queries.
- Solve real-world data problems.

- **Day 5: Review and Recap**

- Recap key concepts and commands.
- Practice with more challenging exercises.

Remember to use SQL environments or tools such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or online platforms like
SQLFiddle, SQLZoo, or LeetCode SQL to practice. Books and online tutorials can also be valuable
resources for learning SQL. As you progress, consider tackling more advanced topics like data
modeling and optimization techniques based on your specific data analysis needs.

Week 1-2: Introduction to SQL


Day 1-2: What is SQL?

 SQL (Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific
language used for managing and manipulating relational
databases. Learn its importance in data analysis and data
management.

Day 3-4: SQL Syntax

  Understand the basic structure of SQL queries, including
statements like SELECT, FROM, WHERE, GROUP BY, HAVING,
ORDER BY, and more.

Day 5-7: SQL Data Types

 Familiarize yourself with common data types in SQL, such as
INTEGER, VARCHAR, DATE, and more. Learn how to choose
the right data types for your database.

Week 3-4: Retrieving Data


Day 1-3: SELECT Statement

 Master the SELECT statement to retrieve data from a
database. Learn how to use wildcards, DISTINCT, and aliases.

Day 4-6: Filtering Data with WHERE

 Understand how to filter data using the WHERE clause. Learn
about comparison operators, logical operators, and how to
combine multiple conditions.

Day 7: Sorting Data with ORDER BY

 Learn how to sort query results using ORDER BY and
understand the ASC and DESC keywords.

Week 5-6: Data Manipulation


Day 1-3: Inserting Data with INSERT

 Learn how to insert new data into tables using the INSERT
statement.

Day 4-5: Updating Data with UPDATE

 Understand how to modify existing data with the UPDATE
statement.

Day 6-7: Deleting Data with DELETE

 Learn how to remove data from a table using the DELETE
statement.

Week 7: Aggregating Data


Day 1-4: Grouping Data with GROUP BY

 Explore how to group and aggregate data using the GROUP BY
clause. Learn about aggregate functions like SUM, AVG,
COUNT, MIN, and MAX.

Day 5-7: Filtering Aggregated Data with HAVING

 Understand how to filter grouped data using the HAVING
clause.

Week 8-9: Joining Tables


Day 1-4: Inner Joins

 Learn how to combine data from multiple tables using inner
joins. Understand key relationships and how to write JOIN
statements.

Day 5-7: Outer Joins and Self-Joins

 Explore outer join types (LEFT, RIGHT, FULL) and self-joins for
handling more complex data relationships.

Week 10: Subqueries and Set Operations


Day 1-4: Subqueries

 Understand how to use subqueries to retrieve data from
within other queries.

Day 5-7: Set Operations (UNION, INTERSECT, EXCEPT)

 Learn how to combine the results of multiple SELECT
statements using set operations.

Week 11: SQL Functions


Day 1-4: Scalar Functions

 Explore scalar functions like string functions, date functions,
and mathematical functions to transform and manipulate
data.

Day 5-7: Aggregate Functions (Review)

  Review and deepen your understanding of aggregate
functions.

Week 12: Indexing and Optimization (Optional)

 Day 1-4: Indexing and Query Optimization

 Learn about indexing techniques and best practices for
optimizing SQL queries.

Week 13: Final Projects and Practice

 Day 1-7: Work on real-world SQL projects and practice by

solving data analysis problems.

Week 14: Review and Assessment

 Day 1-7: Review all the topics, practice more, and take a
self-assessment to test your knowledge.

Remember to practice and apply what you learn with real data, as
hands-on experience is essential for becoming proficient in SQL.
Additionally, there are many online resources, SQL courses, and
platforms where you can practice SQL, like SQLZoo, Codecademy, or
SQLFiddle, to reinforce your knowledge and skills.