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hello-sql

Hello SQL is a free, open-source educational course teaching SQL fundamentals and relational database concepts from scratch. It covers 80+ lessons spanning MySQL 8.0+, PostgreSQL 16+, and practical SQL operations with ~7 hours of video instruction and accompanying code examples.

Source: GitHub — github.com/mouredev/hello-sql
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Repositorymouredev/hello-sql
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Primary languagePython
LicenseApache-2.0 — OSI-approved
Stars9.8k
Forks710
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Last updated2025-03-31
Sourcehttps://github.com/mouredev/hello-sql

What hello-sql is

Comprehensive SQL curriculum addressing CRUD operations (SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE), schema management (CREATE/ALTER TABLE), relational modeling (1:1, 1:N, N:M), JOINs, aggregation functions, indexes, triggers, views, stored procedures, transactions, and programmatic access via Python connectors with SQL injection prevention.

Quickstart

Get the hello-sql source

Clone the repository and explore it locally.

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git clone https://github.com/mouredev/hello-sql.gitcd hello-sql# follow the project's README for install & configuration

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Best use cases

Onboarding SQL beginners

Structured, progressive curriculum with video accompaniment and executable .sql files ideal for teaching SQL syntax and relational concepts to junior developers or non-technical staff entering data roles.

MySQL/PostgreSQL training material

Covers both popular open-source RDBMS platforms with practical examples, making it suitable as supplementary training material for teams standardizing on MySQL or PostgreSQL.

Self-paced learning reference

Modular lesson structure with code samples per topic enables learners to self-direct progress at their own pace and revisit specific SQL concepts without full course replay.

Implementation considerations

  • Video content delivery depends on external YouTube hosting; ensure organizational access to video platform or plan for offline distribution.
  • Code examples assume local or development database setup (MySQL 8.0+, PostgreSQL 16+); verify compatibility with target database versions and infrastructure.
  • Lessons are in Spanish (README and video); translation or supplementary English materials may be needed for non-Spanish-speaking teams.
  • No interactive IDE or sandbox environment included; learners must provision their own MySQL/PostgreSQL instances or use provided setup steps.
  • Course material does not address cloud-managed services (AWS RDS, Azure Database, Google Cloud SQL) or containerization (Docker) patterns.

When to avoid it — and what to weigh

  • Proprietary/enterprise database expertise needed — Material focuses on MySQL and PostgreSQL; lacks coverage of SQL Server, Oracle, or cloud-native data warehouses (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift).
  • Advanced query optimization required — Course emphasizes fundamentals; provides limited depth on query planning, indexes strategy, query tuning, or performance analysis at scale.
  • Non-relational data modeling — Curriculum assumes relational schemas; does not address NoSQL, document stores, or non-normalized design patterns.
  • Production database administration — Training is pedagogical rather than operational; lacks coverage of backup/restore, replication, high-availability, security hardening, or disaster recovery.

License & commercial use

Licensed under Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0), a permissive OSI-approved license allowing free use, modification, and distribution in commercial and proprietary contexts, provided license notices are retained.

Apache-2.0 permits commercial use without royalty or permission. The course material itself may be freely used, modified, and integrated into commercial training programs or internal documentation, provided Apache-2.0 attribution is maintained. However, associated video content on YouTube may be subject to separate terms; review YouTube's licensing policy and author's explicit grants before republishing video.

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Security considerations

Course includes explicit SQL injection prevention module (lesson 19.2) with code examples. However, material is educational; implementations based on this course should undergo security review before production use. No guidance on access control, encryption at rest/transit, audit logging, compliance (GDPR, HIPAA), or vulnerability disclosure is provided.

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Udemy/Coursera SQL courses (e.g., The Complete Hands-On Introduction to Apache Cassandra)

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hello-sql FAQ

Can I use this course material in my company's internal training?
Yes. Apache-2.0 permits internal use and modification. Ensure you retain the Apache-2.0 license notice and provide attribution. For external distribution or public republishing, review the full Apache-2.0 terms and any video licensing constraints.
What database versions does the course cover?
MySQL 8.0+ and PostgreSQL 16+. Core SQL concepts apply across versions, but feature availability and syntax edge cases may vary; test examples against your target version.
Is the course suitable for non-English speakers?
Course is in Spanish (README, lessons, video). English-speaking teams will need translation or supplementary English materials.
What's the time investment to complete the course?
~7 hours of video plus hands-on lab time. Self-paced; learners can spend 1–2 weeks or longer depending on depth and practice.

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Use this assessment to determine fit for your team's SQL onboarding. For production database architecture, security hardening, or advanced optimization, engage specialized database engineers.