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3 Hands-On PostgreSQL Labs: Setup, Data Filtering (WHERE/LIKE), and PL/pgSQL Error Handling

Ready to dive into the world of powerful, open-source databases? PostgreSQL is the gold standard for reliability and advanced features. But where do you start? Forget endless video tutorials and dry documentation. We've curated three hands-on LabEx experiments that cut straight to the core of PostgreSQL mastery. These labs are designed to get you from zero to productive, covering everything from initial setup to complex querying and robust error handling. Let's get your hands dirty with real code!

Data Filtering and Simple Queries in PostgreSQL

Data Filtering and Simple Queries in PostgreSQL

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 20 minutes

In this lab, you will learn how to perform data filtering and simple queries in PostgreSQL. You'll use WHERE clause to filter data, LIKE for pattern matching, ORDER BY for sorting, and LIMIT and OFFSET to control result set size. Connect to a PostgreSQL database and create a sample table.

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Installation and Initial Setup of PostgreSQL

Installation and Initial Setup of PostgreSQL

Difficulty: Intermediate | Time: 28 minutes

In this lab, we will install and perform the initial setup of PostgreSQL on the LabEx VM. The goal is to get PostgreSQL up and running and verify its basic functionality. We will explore default databases and check server status and basic configuration.

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PostgreSQL Error Handling

PostgreSQL Error Handling

Difficulty: Beginner | Time: 20 minutes

In this lab, you will explore error handling techniques in PostgreSQL using PL/pgSQL. The lab focuses on raising notices within functions, catching exceptions, logging errors to a table, and testing error handling logic.

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These three labs—Installation, Querying, and Error Handling—form a powerful trifecta for anyone serious about PostgreSQL. They offer practical, hands-on experience that traditional courses often miss. Stop watching and start doing! Jump into the LabEx PostgreSQL path today and build the foundational skills that will accelerate your career in database management and development. Your journey to becoming a PostgreSQL expert starts now.

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