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Why SQL Server? - SQL Server Tutorial
From the course: Hands-On Advanced SQL Server: Strategies and Techniques
Why SQL Server?
- [Instructor] Now that your environment is set up, let's talk about why SQL Server matters. Now, if you work with data, whether in marketing, finance, healthcare, or IT, there's a good chance you'll encounter Microsoft SQL Server. It's used by 98 of the Fortune 100 and powers data for over 125,000 companies worldwide. As of 2024, it holds over 27% of the relational database market, making it a top choice, especially in Microsoft-based environments like Excel, Power BI, and Azure. The job market reflects this. Across LinkedIn and Indeed, you'll find over 40,000 US job postings requiring SQL Server skills at any given time. And because SQL Server integrates seamlessly with Azure, it's not just relevant now, it's a foundation for future cloud, analytics, and AI tools, and that's why this course focuses on SQL Server. It's the platform's company's trust. Learning it puts you ahead, whether you are aiming for a new job, leveling up in your current role, or simply trying to make better use…
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