DDL refers to Data Definition Language , a subset of SQL statements that change the structure of the database schema in some way, typically by creating, deleting, or modifying schema objects such as databases, tables, and views.

What are the two DDL statements?

Common DDL statements are CREATE, ALTER, and DROP.

What is an example of DDL statements?

DDL statements are similar to a computer programming language for defining data structures, especially database schemas. Common examples of DDL statements include CREATE , ALTER , and DROP .