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10 differences between AWS and Google Cloud

10 differences between AWS and Google Cloud

(This webinar was recorded four years ago, so some of the points are  outdated.  I am working on the latest version of this webinar and will update the blog accordingly- Zareef Ahmed)

AWS is market leader in open cloud space but other players are making inroads into its market share. Google cloud is one of them. In this talk, we are going to cover 10 differences between Google Cloud and AWS. Major focus is on the features which covers common use cases.…

Tools to manage popular database systems

There are several tools available for interacting with Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS). These tools can help you manage, query, and analyze data stored in your databases. Here’s a list of some popular tools for different RDBMS:

  1. MySQL:
    • MySQL Workbench: An official, integrated environment for MySQL database design, administration, development, and management.
    • phpMyAdmin: A widely used, web-based administration tool for MySQL and MariaDB databases.
    • SQLyog: A feature-rich, graphical tool for managing MySQL databases with a user-friendly interface.
  2. PostgreSQL:
    • pgAdmin: The most popular, open-source administration and management tool for PostgreSQL databases, available for multiple platforms.

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Learning SQL is important for several reasons, particularly for professionals working with data or in the technology industry. Here are some key reasons why learning SQL is beneficial:

  1. Data-driven decision-making: Organizations across various industries rely heavily on data to make informed decisions. SQL is the standard language for managing and analyzing data in relational databases, which are widely used for storing structured data. By learning SQL, you can retrieve, manipulate, and analyze data to gain insights and support data-driven decision-making.
  2. High demand for SQL skills: SQL is consistently ranked among the most in-demand skills in the technology and data sectors.

What are basic things in SQL, that you should know?

SQL (Structured Query Language) is a domain-specific language used for managing relational databases and performing various operations on the data stored in them. Here are some basic concepts and operations that you should know when getting started with SQL:

  1. SQL Syntax and Keywords: SQL has a specific syntax and a set of reserved keywords used to perform different operations. Familiarize yourself with the basic structure of SQL statements and commonly used keywords such as SELECT, FROM, WHERE, ORDER BY, GROUP BY, etc.

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  1. CSRF Protection:

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