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PL/SQL

PL/SQL is a procedural extension of SQL used for programming Oracle databases. Its main uses include creating stored procedures, functions, and triggers to automate database processes and enhance performance.

Hello, world code example:

set serveroutput on

BEGIN
  DBMS_OUTPUT.PUT_LINE('Hello world!');
END;
/

Popularity: Less than 1% of developers are using or have used this language.*
*According to StackOverflow's 2023 survey.