2779 Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server
Module 1: Creating Databases and Database Files
This module explains how to create databases, filegroups, schemas, and database snapshots.
Lessons
- Creating Databases
- Creating Filegroups
- Creating Schemas
- Creating Database Snapshots
Lab 1: Creating Databases and Database Files
- Creating a Database
- Creating Schemas
- Creating a Database Snapshot
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Create databases.
- Create filegroups.
- Create schemas.
- Create database snapshots.
Module 2: Creating Data Types and Tables
This module explains how to create data types and tables. It also describes how to create partitioned tables.
Lessons
- Creating Data Types
- Creating Tables
- Creating Partitioned Tables
Lab 2: Creating Data Types and Tables
- Creating Data Types
- Creating Tables
- Creating Partitioned Tables
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Create new data types.
- Create new tables.
- Create partitioned tables.
Module 3: Using XML
This module explains how to use the FOR XML clause and the OPENXML function. It also describes how to use the xml data type and its methods.
Lessons
- Retrieving XML by Using FOR XML
- Shredding XML by Using OPENXML
- Introducing XQuery
- Using the xml Data Type
Lab 3: Using XML
- Mapping Relational Data and XML
- Storing XML Natively in the Database
- Using XQuery with xml Methods
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Retrieve XML by using the FOR XML clause.
- Shred XML by using the OPENXML function.
- Use XQuery expressions.
- Use the xml data type.
Module 4: Creating and Tuning Indexes
This module explains how to plan, create, and optimize indexes. It also describes how to create XML indexes.
Lessons
- Planning Indexes
- Creating Indexes
- Optimizing Indexes
- Creating XML Indexes
Lab 4: Creating and Tuning Indexes
- Creating Indexes
- Tuning Indexes
- Creating XML Indexes
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Plan indexes.
- Create indexes.
- Optimize indexes.
- Create XML indexes.
Module 5: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints
This module explains how to implement constraints and provides an overview of data integrity.
Lessons
- Data Integrity Overview
- Implementing Constraints
Lab 5: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints
- Creating Constraints
- Disabling Constraints
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the options for enforcing data integrity in SQL Server 2005.
- Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using constraints.
Module 6: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Triggers and XML Schemas
This module explains how to implement triggers and XML schemas.
Lessons
- Implementing Triggers
- Implementing XML Schemas
Lab 6: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Triggers and XML Schemas
- Creating Triggers
- Implementing XML Schemas
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using triggers.
- Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using XML schemas.
Module 7: Implementing Views
This module explains how to create views.
Lessons
- Introduction to Views
- Creating and Managing Views
- Optimizing Performance by Using Views
Lab 7: Implementing Views
- Creating Views
- Creating Indexed Views
- Creating Partitioned Views
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe the purpose of views.
- Create and manage views.
- Explain how to optimize query performance by using views.
Module 8: Implementing Stored Procedures
This module explains how to create stored procedures and functions. It also describes execution plans, plan caching, and query compilation.
Lessons
- Implementing Stored Procedures
- Creating Parameterized Stored Procedures
- Working With Execution Plans
- Handling Errors
Lab 8: Implementing Stored Procedures
- Creating Stored Procedures
- Working With Execution Plans
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Implement stored procedures.
- Create parameterized stored procedures.
- Work with execution plans.
- Handle errors in stored procedures.
Module 9: Implementing Functions
This module explains how to create functions. It also describes how to control the execution context.
Lessons
- Creating and Using Functions
- Working with Functions
- Controlling Execution Context
Lab 9: Implementing Functions
- Creating Functions
- Controlling Execution Context
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Create and use functions.
- Work with functions.
- Control execution context.
Module 10: Implementing Managed Code in the Database
This module explains how to implement managed database objects.
Lessons
- Introduction to the SQL Server Common Language Runtime
- Importing and Configuring Assemblies
- Creating Managed Database Objects
Lab 10: Implementing Managed Code in the Database
- Importing an Assembly
- Creating Managed Database Objects
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Identify appropriate scenarios for managed code in the database.
- Import and configure assemblies.
- Create managed database objects.
Module 11: Managing Transactions and Locks
This module explains how to use transactions and the SQL Server locking mechanisms to meet the performance and data integrity requirements of your applications.
Lessons
- Overview of Transactions and Locks
- Managing Transactions
- Understanding SQL Server Locking Architecture
- Managing Locks
Lab 11: Managing Transactions and Locks
- Using Transactions
- Managing Locks
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After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe how SQL Server 2005 transactions use locks.
- Execute and cancel a transaction.
- Describe concurrency issues and SQL Server 2005 locking mechanisms.
- Manage locks.
Module 12: Using Service Broker
This module explains how to build a messaging-based solution with Service Broker.
Lessons
- Service Broker Overview
- Creating Service Broker Objects
- Sending and Receiving Messages
Lab 12: Using Service Broker (Optional)
- Creating Service Broker Objects
- Implementing the Initiating Service
- Implementing the Target Service
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe Service Broker functionality and architecture.
- Create Service Broker objects.
- Send and receive Service Broker messages.
Module 13: Using Notification Services (Optional)
This module explains how to develop applications that generate and send timely messages to subscribers.
Lessons
- Introduction to Notification Services
- Developing Notification Services Solutions
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe how Notification Services operates.
- Develop a Notification Services application.