# Introduction

Who This Document is For | Shadow REXXTOOLS DB2/SQL Service
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## Who This Document is For

This manual describes the function and use of Shadow REXXTOOLS DB2/SQL Service. Any REXX programmer, whether a novice or experienced can benefit from reading this document and from using REXXTOOLS. However, at least some familiarity with the REXX programming language and DB2's Structured Query Language (SQL) is required. Tutorial information for SQL can be found in the DB2 Application Programming and SQL Guide for your system's level of DB2.

## Shadow REXXTOOLS DB2/SQL Service

The Shadow REXXTOOLS The Dynamic SQL Service lets you code and run programs without preprocessing or binding. Using Dynamic SQL, you can quickly develop applications. All data conversions are handled by the interface and you can skip most of the "set-up" statements, such as table and variable declarations.

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