Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database

MSC2779 - Implementing a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database

Course description

This five-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 database. The course focuses on teaching individuals how to use SQL Server 2005 product features and tools related to implementing a database.

Who should attend

This course is intended for IT Professionals who want to become skilled on SQL Server 2005 product features and technologies for implementing a database.

Prerequisites

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.

In addition, it is recommended, but not required, that students have completed:

• Course 2778: Writing Queries Using Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Transact-SQL.
• Course 2780: Maintaining a Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Database.

What you will achieve

• Create databases and database files.


• Create data types and tables.


• Use XML-related features in Microsoft SQL Server 2005.


• Plan, create, and optimize indexes.


• Implement data integrity in Microsoft SQL Server 2005 databases by using constraints.


• Implement data integrity in Microsoft SQL Server 2005 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.


• Use Notification Services to generate and send notifications.

What you will learn

Course Outline

Module 1: Creating Databases and Database Files
This module explains how to create databases, filegroups, schemas, and database snapshots.
Lessons
• Creating Databases
• Creating Filegroups
• Creating Schemas
• Creating Database Snapshots
Lab 1: Creating Databases and Database Files
• Creating a Database
• Creating Schemas
• Creating a Database Snapshot
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Create databases.
• Create filegroups.
• Create schemas.
• Create database snapshots.


Module 2: Creating Data Types and Tables
This module explains how to create data types and tables. It also describes how to create partitioned tables.
Lessons
• Creating Data Types
• Creating Tables
• Creating Partitioned Tables
Lab 2: Creating Data Types and Tables
• Creating Data Types
• Creating Tables
• Creating Partitioned Tables
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Create new data types.
• Create new tables.
• Create partitioned tables.


Module 3: Using XML
This module explains how to use the FOR XML clause and the OPENXML function. It also describes how to use the xml data type and its methods.
Lessons
• Retrieving XML by Using FOR XML
• Shredding XML by Using OPENXML
• Introducing XQuery
• Using the xml Data Type
Lab 3: Using XML
• Mapping Relational Data and XML
• Storing XML Natively in the Database
• Using XQuery with xml Methods
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Retrieve XML by using the FOR XML clause.
• Shred XML by using the OPENXML function.
• Use XQuery expressions.
• Use the xml data type.


Module 4: Creating and Tuning Indexes
This module explains how to plan, create, and optimize indexes. It also describes how to create XML indexes.
Lessons
• Planning Indexes
• Creating Indexes
• Optimizing Indexes
• Creating XML Indexes
Lab 4: Creating and Tuning Indexes
• Creating Indexes
• Tuning Indexes
• Creating XML Indexes
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Plan indexes.
• Create indexes.
• Optimize indexes.
• Create XML indexes.


Module 5: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints
This module explains how to implement constraints and provides an overview of data integrity.
Lessons
• Data Integrity Overview
• Implementing Constraints
Lab 5: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Constraints
• Creating Constraints
• Disabling Constraints
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Describe the options for enforcing data integrity in SQL Server 2005.
• Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using constraints.


Module 6: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Triggers and XML Schemas
This module explains how to implement triggers and XML schemas.
Lessons
• Implementing Triggers
• Implementing XML Schemas
Lab 6: Implementing Data Integrity by Using Triggers and XML Schemas
• Creating Triggers
• Implementing XML Schemas
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using triggers.
• Implement data integrity in SQL Server 2005 databases by using XML schemas.


Module 7: Implementing Views
This module explains how to create views.
Lessons
• Introduction to Views
• Creating and Managing Views
• Optimizing Performance by Using Views
Lab 7: Implementing Views
• Creating Views
• Creating Indexed Views
• Creating Partitioned Views
After 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 8: Implementing Stored Procedures
This module explains how to create stored procedures and functions. It also describes execution plans, plan caching, and query compilation.
Lessons
• Implementing Stored Procedures
• Creating Parameterized Stored Procedures
• Working With Execution Plans
• Handling Errors
Lab 8: Implementing Stored Procedures
• Creating Stored Procedures
• Working With Execution Plans
After 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 9: Implementing Functions
This module explains how to create functions. It also describes how to control the execution context.
Lessons
• Creating and Using Functions
• Working with Functions
• Controlling Execution Context
Lab 9: Implementing Functions
• Creating Functions
• Controlling Execution Context
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Create and use functions.
• Work with functions.
• Control execution context.


Module 10: Implementing Managed Code in the Database
This module explains how to implement managed database objects.
Lessons
• Introduction to the SQL Server Common Language Runtime
• Importing and Configuring Assemblies
• Creating Managed Database Objects
Lab 10: Implementing Managed Code in the Database
• Importing an Assembly
• Creating Managed Database Objects
After 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 11: Managing Transactions and Locks
This module explains how to use transactions and the SQL Server locking mechanisms to meet the performance and data integrity requirements of your applications.
Lessons
• Overview of Transactions and Locks
• Managing Transactions
• Understanding SQL Server Locking Architecture
• Managing Locks
Lab 11: Managing Transactions and Locks
• Using Transactions
• Managing Locks
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Describe how SQL Server 2005 transactions use locks.
• Execute and cancel a transaction.
• Describe concurrency issues and SQL Server 2005 locking mechanisms.
• Manage locks.


Module 12: Using Service Broker
This module explains how to build a messaging-based solution with Service Broker.
Lessons
• Service Broker Overview
• Creating Service Broker Objects
• Sending and Receiving Messages
Lab 12: Using Service Broker (Optional)
• Creating Service Broker Objects
• Implementing the Initiating Service
• Implementing the Target Service
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Describe Service Broker functionality and architecture.
• Create Service Broker objects.
• Send and receive Service Broker messages.


Module 13: Using Notification Services (Optional)
This module explains how to develop applications that generate and send timely messages to subscribers.
Lessons
• Introduction to Notification Services
• Developing Notification Services Solutions
After completing this module, students will be able to:
• Describe how Notification Services operates.
• Develop a Notification Services application.