Introduction
As a developer or coder who looks into backend development, you've probably heard or encountered the term SQL(Structured Query Language) pronounced S-Q-L, letter by letter, but what is SQL, and why should developers learn it?
SQL is a powerful query language used in SQL databases or RDBMS(Relational Database Management Systems) to interact with and maneuver data. You can use a variety of specialized commands like INSERT
, UPDATE
, DELETE
, and SELECT
.
Why learn SQL?
Simplicity: SQL syntax language is easy to understand
Fun with Databases: It's fun to place around with databases
Industry Usage: Data scientists, analysts, and developers use it to manage large amounts of data.
Conclusion
What is the point of this SQL Journey?
This journey is about understanding SQL's commands, tools, and terms that are foreign to me. I plan to post or even update this series daily, or every other day to hold myself accountable. I hope you enjoy this and if you wish to see more stay tuned!