Use Notion Databases Like a Pro
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Use Notion Databases Like a Pro
This course is part of Productivity Mastery: Goals, AI & Notion Systems Specialization
Instructor: Skillshare
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April 2026
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There are 4 modules in this course
By the end of this course, you will be able to build powerful Notion databases, create dynamic formulas, connect data with relations and rollups, and design a fully functional Smart Habit Tracker dashboard. In Use Notion Databases Like a Pro, Krista Lamen guides you step by step through the most essential (and often intimidating) database features—breaking them down into clear, practical workflows you can apply immediately.
This course stands out for its hands-on, project-based approach. Rather than focusing only on theory, you’ll actively build a complete system, gaining confidence as you go. Even if you have no background in programming, Krista simplifies formulas so they feel approachable and useful. This course is ideal for creators, entrepreneurs, students, and professionals who want to better organize their work and life using Notion. It’s especially valuable for learners who have basic familiarity with Notion pages and want to go deeper into databases. To be successful, you should be comfortable navigating Notion and creating simple pages. If you’re ready to unlock the true power of Notion databases, this course will take you there.
This module introduces learners to the foundations of working with databases in Notion. After a brief overview of the course and project, learners explore the Notion interface and navigation system to understand how information is structured within the workspace. The module concludes with an introduction to databases, helping learners create their first structured database and understand how databases serve as the backbone of powerful Notion workflows.
What's included
4 videos1 reading1 assignment
4 videos•Total 14 minutes
- Intro•3 minutes
- Project Demo•1 minute
- Navigation•1 minute
- Databases•10 minutes
1 reading•Total 10 minutes
- Project Instructions•10 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 1 Quiz•30 minutes
In this module, learners expand their databases by working with powerful property types. They will learn how formulas and number properties can automate calculations and provide deeper insights into stored data. The module also explores visual progress indicators and relational connections between databases, allowing learners to build more dynamic and interconnected database systems within Notion.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
4 videos•Total 35 minutes
- Formulas•11 minutes
- Numbers•6 minutes
- Text and progress bar•11 minutes
- Relations•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 2 quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
This module focuses on managing and analyzing information within Notion databases. Learners will explore rollups to pull summarized information from related databases and use date properties to track deadlines and schedules. The module also introduces database views, demonstrating how different layouts and filters can transform the way data is displayed and interpreted.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
4 videos•Total 44 minutes
- Rollups•13 minutes
- Dates•10 minutes
- Views I•13 minutes
- Views II•8 minutes
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 3 Quiz•30 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
The final module focuses on improving efficiency and usability when working with Notion databases. Learners will create linked database views to display information across different pages and design templates that automate common workflows. The module concludes with techniques for enhancing card views and visual layouts, helping learners build polished, efficient databases that support both organization and productivity.
What's included
4 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
4 videos•Total 36 minutes
- Linked views•16 minutes
- Templates•8 minutes
- Card view enhancements•11 minutes
- Outro•1 minute
1 assignment•Total 30 minutes
- Module 4 Quiz•30 minutes
1 peer review•Total 60 minutes
- Course Project•60 minutes
1 discussion prompt•Total 10 minutes
- New Discussion Prompt•10 minutes
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