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plpgsql: Global variables

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A-sql-plpgsql A-sql-udf C-enhancement T-sql-queries
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Description

It is an Oracle specific feature and there is no exact equivalent capability in Postgres. The scope of work only includes support feasible work-around to unblock a customer's use cases.

Jira issue: CRDB-33967
Epic CRDB-37715

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Research direction

No files, tests, or entry points are identified in the issue. Start by reviewing the linked Jira issue CRDB-33967 and epic CRDB-37715, then determine which workaround for Oracle-style global variables is feasible for the customer's use cases; done means that supported workaround is implemented and verified.

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Assessment

Tech stack
go, postgres, sql
Domain
databases
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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