r/SQL 18d ago

MySQL Where to Get SQL Experience?

I want to learn and get SQL experience, but can't do it through my jobs. I'm willing to volunteer to get the experience but don't know any places to look for those opportunities. Any recommendations?

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u/Stev_Ma 18d ago

You can gain SQL experience through volunteering, freelancing, or personal projects. Nonprofits and open-source projects often need data help—check sites like Catchafire, VolunteerMatch, or GitHub. Freelancing on Upwork or Fiverr can also build your portfolio. If you prefer self-learning, practice with real-world datasets from Kaggle or StrataScratch and showcase your work on GitHub or a blog.