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Building a SQL Portfolio

A strong portfolio sets you apart from other candidates.

Showcase your skills:

  • Create a GitHub repository for your SQL projects
  • Analyze public datasets from Kaggle or data.gov
  • Document your queries with clear comments
  • Build a personal analytics dashboard

Project ideas:

  • Analyze movie ratings or sports stats
  • Build a sales analytics report
  • Create a customer segmentation analysis
  • Compare trends across years with window functions

Tips for great portfolio projects:

  • Explain the business question you're answering
  • Show your thought process, not just the final query
  • Include sample output and visualizations
Check your understanding

What makes a SQL portfolio stand out?