Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast episode 7 asks what is SQL?

Is it pronounced S-Q-L or Sequel? In this Oracle Academy Tech Chat podcast episode, host Tyra Crockett, Senior Manager Oracle Academy North America, and SQL Developer Chris Saxon chat about all things SQL.

To begin, Chris provides listeners with a primer on how to pronounce SQL. Chris provides a history lesson about SQL and relational database and how and where SQL is used. He also speaks with Tyra about why faculty should teach their students SQL, and why SQL is one of the most important skills students entering the workforce should know. Finally, he talks about where faculty and students can find free resources to learn SQL. 

You can listen to this episode and other episodes of Oracle Academy Tech Chat on standard podcasting platforms.

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