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What is 4GL?

A 4GL (Fourth-Generation Language) is a programming language or environment designed with a specific purpose in mind, such as database management, report generation, or GUI development. They aim to reduce the time, effort, and cost of software development compared to third-generation languages (3GLs) like C or Java, often by providing higher levels of abstraction and more specialized tools. Common uses include data management, business reporting, and web development.

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What other technologies are related to 4GL?

4GL Competitor Technologies

IBM Informix

IBM Informix is a database server, and while it is not exactly a 4GL, it offers similar rapid application development capabilities and thus competes in some use cases.

mentioned alongside 4GL in 2% (126) of relevant job posts

SAS

SAS is a software suite for advanced analytics, business intelligence, data management, and predictive analytics. Some parts of SAS provide RAD and is somewhat of a 4GL.

mentioned alongside 4GL in 0% (138) of relevant job posts

Oracle

Oracle provides database and application development tools that, while not strictly 4GLs, offer rapid development capabilities. Oracle Forms can be used in a similar manner as some 4GL technologies.

mentioned alongside 4GL in 0% (192) of relevant job posts

4GL Complementary Technologies

VBA

VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) allows for extending the functionality of applications like Microsoft Office. It facilitates application development and can work alongside or enhance 4GL applications.

mentioned alongside 4GL in 0% (99) of relevant job posts

SQL

SQL (Structured Query Language) is used by 4GLs to interact with databases. It's a standard language for data access and manipulation, and often used in conjunction with 4GL environments.

mentioned alongside 4GL in 0% (428) of relevant job posts