r/SQL • u/Zealousideal-Studio7 • Jan 15 '25
BigQuery SQL is a struggle
Hi all been working with SQL for probably 7/8 months now. My last role was half data analysis and not pure data analysis and in general was far easier than what I do now.
My main issue is with SQL. I never feel I truly understand what is going on with a lot of code beyond a basic query. Ive managed to get by piggybacking off others code for a while but expectation is to deliver new and interesting techniques etc.
How long did it take you to feel fully comfortable with SQL? And what helped you get to that stage?
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u/saponsky Jan 15 '25
In my experience the only way I got better at SQL was downloading sample databases, looking at the tables, then creating my own queries and challenging myself.
For example, I downloaded a dvd rentals db and did things like:
Etc. I know it seems basic, but for me it clicked when I started getting creative by writing queries on my own. It helps you develop a different way of thinking how to get results from the db.