Hive Query Language (HQL)

Hive Query Language (HQL) is a SQL-like language used for querying and managing large datasets stored in Apache Hive, which operates on top of Hadoop. It allows users to write queries to extract, analyze, and summarize data from distributed storage using familiar SQL syntax. HQL converts these queries into MapReduce jobs that run on a Hadoop cluster, making it easier for users to handle big data without needing to understand complex programming. With HQL, analysts can efficiently manipulate vast amounts of data with straightforward commands, facilitating data analysis in various industries.