I Built an AI App That Trains SQL Like a Personal Trainer
Last Updated on February 19, 2026 by Editorial Team
Author(s): Mukundan Sankar
Originally published on Towards AI.
I built a Streamlit SQL coach that grades your queries and fixes your form without giving away the answer.
I use SQL a lot. I made this app to help me when my queries are wrong. I didn’t build it because I’m perfect at SQL.
The author describes the motivation and development of an AI app designed to enhance SQL training, likening the training process to that of physical exercise. The app grades SQL queries and offers feedback, helping to transform SQL learning from random practice into an effective training regimen. The article elaborates on the technical aspects of the app’s design, emphasizing the importance of consistent practice, structured learning, and the valuable role of feedback, ultimately presenting a user-friendly system for improving SQL skills.
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