While Python is IEEE's lead programming language, the spotlight is on SQL, which leads the organization's jobs rankings.

By using the NEW_VALUE parameter, you can make your SQL*Plus script behave like a real programming language, storing and addressing program variables, just like in PL/SQL.

SQL had a somewhat unusual journey in the TIOBE Index. In 2004, due to debates about whether SQL counted as a programming language at all, Jansen removed it from the index.

Once again, Python is at the top of the IEEE's annual survey of popular programming languages – seemingly decided by a grab bag of metrics – while SQL appears to be a crucial skill. When it comes to ...