What is procedural data manipulation languages?

Procedural Data Manipulation Languages (DML) are programming languages used to perform operations on data within a database. Unlike declarative languages, which specify what data to retrieve or manipulate, procedural DML focuses on how to accomplish these tasks through a series of commands or procedures. Examples include SQL procedural extensions like PL/SQL and T-SQL, which allow for control structures, loops, and variables to manage data effectively. This approach enables developers to write complex logic and automate data manipulation tasks within their applications.