- Begin with fundamentals: databases, data models, SQL basics (CREATE, READ, UPDATE, DELETE).
- Explore SQL and MySQL to learn data storage, querying, indexing, and optimization.
- Learn Python to build simple database-driven tools or automate tasks.
- Understand data modeling: entity-relationship models, normalization, schema design.
- Gain familiarity with version control (e.g., Git) for collaboration and code tracking.
- Work on structured projects to apply skills and build confidence.
