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# For SQL Developers

* **SQL Familiarity:** Leverage existing SQL knowledge to create powerful data visualizations.
* **No Data Transformation Needed:** ChartSQL plots the data exactly as its returned, reducing the need for complex data shaping to meet the needs of the visuals.
* **Enhanced SQL Scripts:** Combine visualization instructions within SQL scripts for easier management.
* **Better Exploration and Presentation:** Use intelligent auto-detection and customizable @directives for presenting data insights.