XQuery
The computer language XQuery is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the international standards organisation World Wide Web Consortium.
XQuery — the computer language XQuery is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the international standards organisation World Wide Web Consortium. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 82.19/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 1 occupations in our catalogue, including data entry supervisor.
Occupations that require XQuery
Showing top 1 of 1 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is XQuery?
The computer language XQuery is a query language for retrieval of information from a database and of documents containing the needed information. It is developed by the international standards organisation World Wide Web Consortium.
What category of skill is XQuery?
ESCO classifies XQuery under the knowledge category, specifically in the software and applications development and analysis subcategory.
Is XQuery an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 82.19/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require XQuery?
In our catalogue, 1 occupations list XQuery as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include data entry supervisor.
How transferable is XQuery between industries?
ESCO tags XQuery as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is XQuery the same as XQuery language?
Yes — XQuery is also known as XQuery language. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn XQuery?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands XQuery and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.