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There are graphical query generators in at least Microsoft's management tools. Most devs use straight SQL as far as I know because once you get into more comple

• unityByFreedom 6y ago
  > There are graphical query generators in at least Microsoft's management tools The dev still needs to type the code first, which does not address any problems with SQL. > Most devs use straight SQL as far as I know because once you get into more complex queries the graphical interface becomes a hassle. Those interfaces may be limited, or the devs may not have enough experience writing "code" via a higher-level graphical interface. Going from writing SQL to creating dataflow diagrams may be a bit like switching from imperative to functional programming.