Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Database

After completing this course, students will be able to: •Create databases and database files. •Create data types and tables. •Use XML-related features in Microsoft SQL Server 2008. •Plan, create, and optimize indexes. •Implement data integrity in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 databases by using constraints. •Implement data integrity in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 by using triggers. •Implement views. •Implement stored procedures. •Implement functions. •Implement managed code in the database. •Manage transactions and locks. •Use Service Broker to build a messaging-based solution. Course OutlineModule 1: Creating Databases and Database FilesThe students will learn one of the most fundamental tasks that a database developer must perform, the creation of a database and its major components, such as creating databases, setting database options, creating filegroups, schemas, and database snapshots.Lessons Creating DatabasesCreating FilegroupsCreating SchemasCreating Database SnapshotsLab : Creating Databases and Database Files(Level 200) Creating a Database(Level 200) Creating Schemas(Level 300) Creating a Database SnapshotAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Create databasesCreate filegroupsCreate schemasCreate database snapshotsModule 2: Creating Data Types and TablesThe students will learn about the system-supplied data types in SQL Server 2008. They will learn how to define custom Transact-SQL data types and how to create tables and how to use partitioned tables to organize data into multiple partitions.Lessons Creating Data TypesCreating TablesCreating Partitioned TablesLab : Creating Data Types and Tables(Level 200): Creating Data Types(Level 200): Using New Date and Time Data Types(Level 200): Creating Tables(Level 300) Creating Partitioned TablesAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Create new data types.Create new tables.Create partitioned tables.Module 3: Creating and Tuning IndexesThe students will learn how to plan, create, and optimize indexes to attain optimal performance benefits.Lessons Planning IndexesCreating IndexesOptimizing IndexesLab : Creating and Tuning Indexes(Level 200) Creating Indexes(Level 300) Tuning IndexesAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Plan indexes.Create indexes.Optimize indexes.Module 4: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints and TriggersThe students will learn about implementing data integrity in SQL Server 2008 by using constraints. They will also implement data integrity by using triggers.Lessons Data Integrity OverviewImplementing ConstraintsImplementing TriggersLab : Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints and Triggers(Level 200) Creating Constraints(Level 200) Disabling Constraints(Level 300) Creating TriggersAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Describe the options for enforcing data integrity in SQL Server 2008.Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2008 databases by using constraints.Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2008 databases by using triggers.Module 5: Using XMLThe students will learn how to work with XML, including use of the FOR XML clause, the OPENXML function, XQuery expressions, and the xml native data type. They will learn the considerations to be taken into account when creating XML indexes and the syntax used to create the XML indexes. They will also learn what XML schemas and XML schema collections are as well as how to use them to implement typed XML data.Lessons Using the XML Data TypeRetrieving XML by Using FOR XMLShredding XML by Using OPENXMLIntroducing XQueryCreating XML IndexesImplementing XML SchemasLab : Using XML(Level 200) Mapping Relational Data and XML(Level 200) Storing XML Natively in the Database(Level 300) Using XQuery with XML Methods(Level 200) Create XML Indexes(Level 300) Implementing XML SchemasAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Use the xml data type.Retrieve XML by using the FOR XML clause.Shred XML by using the OPENXML function.Use XQuery expressions.Create XML indexes.Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2008 databases by using XML schemas.Module 6: Implementing ViewsThe students will be introduced to the different types of views available in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 which provide a convenient way to access data through a predefined query.Lessons Introduction to ViewsCreating and Managing ViewsOptimizing Performance by Using ViewsLab : Implementing Views(Level 200) Creating Views(Level 200) Creating Indexed Views(Level 200) Creating Partitioned ViewsAfter 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 7: Implementing Stored ProceduresThe students will learn the design and implementation of stored procedures to enforce business rules or data consistency, or to modify and maintain existing stored procedures written by other developers.Lessons Implementing Stored ProceduresCreating Parameterized Stored ProceduresWorking With Execution PlansHandling ErrorsLab : Implementing Stored Procedures(Level 300) Creating Stored Procedures(Level 300) Working with Execution PlansAfter 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 8: Implementing FunctionsThe students will learn the design and implementation of user-defined functions that enforce business rules or data consistency, or to modify and maintain existing functions written by other developers.Lessons Creating and Using FunctionsWorking with FunctionsControlling Execution ContextLab : Implementing Functions(Level 300) Creating Functions(Level 300) Controlling Execution ContextAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Create and use functions.Work with functions.Control execution context.Module 9: Implementing Managed Code in the DatabaseThe students will learn to use managed code to implement database objects, such as stored procedures, user-defined data types, user-defined functions, and triggers.Lessons Introduction to the SQL Server Common Language RuntimeImporting and Configuring AssembliesCreating Managed Database ObjectsLab : Implementing Managed Code in the Database(Level 300) Importing an Assembly(Level 300) Creating Managed Database ObjectsAfter 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 10: Managing Transactions and LocksThe students will learn to use transactions and SQL Server locking mechanisms to meet the performance and data integrity requirements of their applications.Lessons Overview of Transactions and LocksManaging TransactionsUnderstanding SQL Server Locking ArchitectureManaging LocksLab : Managing Transactions and Locks(Level 300) Using Transactions(Level 300) Managing Locks(Level 300) Using Partition LockingAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Describe how SQL Server 2008 transactions use locks.Execute and cancel a transaction.Describe concurrency issues and SQL Server 2008 locking mechanisms.Manage locks.Module 11: Using Service BrokerThe students will learn to use Service Broker to create secure, reliable, and scalable applications.Lessons Service Broker OverviewCreating Service Broker ObjectsSending and Receiving MessagesLab : Using Service Broker(Level 300) Creating Service Broker Objects(Level 300) Implementing the Initiating Service(Level 300) Implementing the Target ServiceAfter completing this module, students will be able to:Describe Service Broker functionality and architecture.Create Service Broker objects.Send and receive Service Broker messages. Before attending this course, students must have:Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Windows operating system and its core functionality.Working knowledge of Transact-SQL.Working knowledge of relational databases.Some experience with database design. Have Questions? For advice about training and certification, connect with peers: Visit the training and certification forumFor questions about a specific certification, chat with a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP): Visit our MCP newsgroupsTo find out about recommended blogs, Web sites, and upcoming Live Meetings on popular topics, visit our community site: Visit the Microsoft Learning community