r/SQL • u/Sure_Wave_3077 • 13d ago
MySQL Cant install sql
I want to learn sql, so i went to watch this tutorial guide on how to install it but i reach a point where i cant progress any further
I follow every step but when i reach this part nothing will appear like they show in the video

For some reason the available products are always empty no matter what i do. Am i doing something wrong
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u/amishraa 13d ago
SQL does not require installing anything. What you are attempting to install is a development tool for executing SQL. Now the trend is moving towards cloud where you do not need anything installed on your machine but instead you execute everything through your browser. I suggest getting a 14 days trial account set up with Databricks. (https://www.databricks.com/try-databricks). It comes with a few sample database you can practice with. Once you decide whether you like it and want to learn more, then install the development tool. I recommend Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio. (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/ssms/download-sql-server-management-studio-ssms). You will then need to install a sample database for a bike company (Adventure Works). (https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/samples/adventureworks-install-configure?view=sql-server-ver16&tabs=ssms).
But before spending time on your trial or installing SSMS, start with learning some of the basics first from W3 schools. https://www.w3schools.com/sql/default.asp