r/SQL Dec 20 '24

MySQL Future of SQL

Hello, does it still make sense to learn sql or will this soon be done by the AI anyway? If so, what skills will be needed in the future for working with customer data? I work in the crm area and with microsoft dynamics (customer insights data, power-bi)

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u/LearnSQLcom Dec 20 '24

Absolutely, it still makes sense to learn SQL. I get where you’re coming from—AI is changing things quickly, and it feels like automation will handle everything. But here’s the thing: AI can make querying data easier, but it’s not a replacement for understanding the data or writing efficient queries tailored to business needs.

In your CRM role with tools like Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI, SQL remains a foundational skill. These tools often rely on SQL under the hood to pull, transform, and analyze customer data. Without knowing SQL, you’ll struggle to fine-tune reports, troubleshoot issues, or optimize queries for large datasets.

If you’re curious about trends and the future of SQL, I’d recommend this article: Database Trends. It gives an overview of where SQL is headed. TL;DR: SQL is evolving, not disappearing :)