Distributed SQL has emerged as a significant new database category, characterized by widespread adoption, a growing collection of best practices, and market recognition. This new category is driven by the shift to cloud-based environments, which presents new challenges for data and applications in a distributed setting. Thousands of organizations recognize the value of Distributed SQL databases, leading to a rise in companies offering solutions and industry analysts acknowledging its significance. Efforts to define Distributed SQL have been evolving, culminating in a comprehensive report produced in collaboration with O'Reilly to explore its features and applications. The report, available for free, aims to provide a broad understanding of Distributed SQL, emphasizing its scalability, resilience, and data locality for modern applications.