The Programming Languages Podcast with Fexingo: Python, Rust, JavaScript, and Modern Coding

Why Every Developer Should Learn SQL in 2026


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In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore why SQL remains the most underrated skill for developers in 2026. They break down how SQLite processes over one trillion queries per day, why modern tools like DuckDB are making SQL relevant for data science, and how knowing window functions can separate a junior from a senior engineer. They also discuss the rise of SQL-based analytics in fintech and how companies like Stripe use SQL to run real-time risk models. If you've been ignoring SQL, this episode will convince you to reconsider.

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