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Optimize SQL: Build Fast Data Pipelines

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Optimize SQL: Build Fast Data Pipelines

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John Whitworth

Instructor: John Whitworth

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1 hour to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Parameterized SQL with CTEs and window functions builds scalable, maintainable pipelines that adapt as business needs change.

  • Query optimization is systematic: analyze execution plans, find costly steps, then resolve them with indexing or rewrites.

  • Materialized summary tables and well-timed processing, like morning refreshes, support reliable analytics infrastructure.

  • Understanding execution internals helps analysts build self-sufficient workflows without recurring engineering delays.

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January 2026

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Learners will master building scalable, maintainable data transformation pipelines through parameterized SQL scripting techniques.

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Learners will master systematic performance analysis techniques to identify and resolve database bottlenecks that impact analytical workflows.

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