Database CoreIntermediate

Complete MySQL Mastery

From relational fundamentals to query plans, transactions, and scaling.

A guided SQL and MySQL path covering how data is modeled, queried, tuned, and operated in real production environments.

12 lessons•12 modules•67 min
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Designed for

Backend engineers who want stronger SQL fundamentals and production database depth.

What you unlock

  • Better mental models for indexes, joins, transactions, and query optimization
  • A complete path through core MySQL operational and architectural concepts
  • More confidence choosing schema and storage trade-offs in interviews and production

Curriculum Map

A structured path that feels worth paying for

Every module is ordered to build confidence, not just collect content. Start with the right fundamentals, deepen into the mechanics, then pressure-test your thinking with realistic engineering trade-offs.

Module 1

1. Fundamentals

1 lessons•4 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Relational Fundamentals and Setup

Beginner • 4 min read

Module 2

2. Intermediate Queries

1 lessons•4 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Joins and Aggregations

Intermediate • 4 min read

Module 3

3. Performance Tuning

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Indexing and Performance

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 4

4. Transactions & Safety

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Transactions and ACID Properties

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 5

5. Advanced Analytics

1 lessons•4 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Window Functions and Advanced Analytics

Advanced • 4 min read

Module 6

6. Query Optimization

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Advanced Query Optimization

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 7

7. InnoDB Architecture

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: InnoDB Architecture and Storage Engines

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 8

8. Replication & HA

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Replication and High Availability

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 9

9. Sharding & Scaling

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Sharding and Horizontal Scaling

Advanced • 5 min read

Module 10

10. Security & Operations

1 lessons•5 min
1

MySQL Mastery: Security and Operations

Intermediate • 5 min read

Module 11

11. Production Playbooks

1 lessons•10 min
1

MySQL Production Incident Playbook: Diagnosing Slow Queries, Deadlocks, and Replication Lag

Advanced • 10 min read

Module 12

12. Case Studies

1 lessons•10 min
1

MySQL Schema Design Case Study: Building a Scalable E-Commerce Database

Advanced • 10 min read