Publisher's Synopsis
Want to become job-ready in SQL? Don't just learn syntax - solve real business problems.
SQL is one of the most in-demand skills for analysts today - but most resources stop at theory. Real-World SQL for Analysts takes you beyond textbook learning and into the world of practical problem-solving. Whether you're preparing for interviews or trying to level up at work, this book gives you 90 hands-on exercises that mirror the kinds of questions analysts face every day.
You'll work on a single, consistent dataset (Superstore) that simulates real business data. No complicated setup required. All problems are designed to sharpen your analytical thinking and prepare you for real-life SQL challenges.
What's inside:
90 Practice Problems: 40 Easy, 30 Intermediate, 20 Hard
One consistent dataset used across all problems
Covers joins, aggregations, window functions, CTEs, subqueries & more
No fluff - only what real analysts use on the job
Solutions provided, plus room for your own logic
Perfect for:
Beginner to intermediate SQL learners
Data analysts, aspiring data scientists, and business analysts
Job seekers preparing for technical interviews
Anyone who wants to get fluent in solving real data problems using SQL
You'll also get free access to the Superstore dataset on data.world, where you can write and test your queries without installing anything.
By the end of this book, you'll:
Think like an analyst
Solve real business problems using SQL
Be confident for interviews and ready to work with real data
Stop memorizing. Start solving. The best way to learn SQL is through hands-on practice with real-world problems.
