Getting Started with SQL Guide

A guide to help you choose a vendor and install the software you need to start working with SQL.

Choose Your Vendor

A series of simple questions to help you decide which of the four popular vendors (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, or Postgres)

Install the Database

Step-by-step instructions on how to install the database onto your computer (for both Windows and Mac)

Set Up the SQL Editor

A recommendation on which editor to use for each database, and steps on how to install it.

A PDF to Help You Get Started With SQL

If you're just getting started with learning SQL, the first step you need to take is to set up the database software on your computer.

It can be hard to know which database vendor to choose, and how to set up the required software so you can get started learning all about databases and SQL.

This is the guide for you.

In this guide, you'll learn:

How to decide which database vendor to use out of four of the most popular vendors (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL), so you can apply it to your career.
Step-by-step instructions on how to install each of the databases on your computer, no matter if you use Windows or Mac, so you can save time and avoid headaches.
Instructions on how to download and install the SQL editor, so you can get up-and-running with your new database quickly.