Java and C# are full coding languages often used for complex enterprise systems. Oracle APEX is a low-code framework that dramatically speeds up development for database-driven applications.

APEX strengths:

• Rapid development

• Lower cost

• Built-in security

• No servers or middleware

• SQL/PLSQL-driven logic

Java/C# strengths:

• Complex backend logic

• Large ecosystem

• Custom architectures

Developers often choose APEX for dashboards, portals, workflows, and business apps — while Java/C# are preferred for highly customized microservices or systems requiring advanced backend processing.