Found at “We Can Do Better Than SQL | EdgeDB Blog” on 2023-05-24 14:23:06 +02:00.

SQL started with a goal to empower non-programmers to work with the relational data effectively. Despite its shortcomings, it has arguably been wildly successful, with most databases implementing or emulating it. However, like any solution, SQL is facing increasing inadequacy in the support of the new requirements, modes of use and user productivity. It is time we do something about it.