Posted by Anith Sen on 02/01/08 17:09

>> Since SQL is declarative, it is not a good "first language" for a newbie
>> without any background.

That seems pretty true regarding most logic-based/ functional languages. I
have seen experienced prolog folks giving the same advice to freshers.
Whether it someone in a "get-a-job-now" mindset really cares about it or not
is another matter.

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Anith

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