Oracle - SQL & PL/SQL Course

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Course Overview

Unlock the Power of Oracle Databases

This comprehensive course equips you with the in-demand skills to master Oracle SQL and PL/SQL, transforming you into a proficient database professional. Whether you're a beginner or looking to enhance your existing SQL knowledge, this program provides a structured learning path to:

  • Build a Strong Foundation: Learn core SQL concepts, including data retrieval, manipulation, and advanced querying techniques.
  • Develop Robust Database Solutions: Design and implement efficient database structures, manage data security, and optimize database performance.
  • Master PL/SQL Programming: Leverage the power of PL/SQL to create stored procedures, functions, and triggers for automating tasks and improving data integrity.
  • Gain In-Demand Skills: Acquire highly sought-after skills by industry leaders, making you a valuable asset in today's competitive job market.
  • Prepare for Career Advancement: Boost your resume and increase your earning potential with a deep understanding of Oracle databases.
This course covers:
  • Core SQL Fundamentals: Data retrieval, data manipulation, joins, subqueries, aggregate functions, and more.
  • Database Design and Implementation: Database normalization, creating tables, indexes, and views.
  • Data Security and Management: User management, role-based access control, and database security best practices.
  • PL/SQL Programming: Stored procedures, functions, triggers, exception handling, and transaction management.
  • Cloud Database Integration: Learn to work with Oracle databases in the cloud.

Invest in your future with this comprehensive Oracle SQL & PL/SQL training. Enroll today and unlock your potential!

 


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Register Early: Registration Deadline is 2 Weeks Prior to Class Start.

Important Course Information!
Course Taught with Courseware: Oracle 21c for Windows () Courseware.
Course Taught with Software: Oracle 21c for Windows () Software.
Versions that Can Attend: Oracle 23c, 21c, 19c, 18c & 12c for Windows () or Macintosh - iOS () Versions.
Prerequisites & Follow-Ons
Knowledge Prerequisites:

This course is open to all skill levels, from beginners with no coding experience to experienced programmers. Familiarity with basic computer use, typing, and keyboard navigation is assumed. While no prior database or programming knowledge is required, some concepts may be easier to grasp with such experience.


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Objectives
  • Master Core SQL Concepts:
    • Retrieve, manipulate, and analyze data from Oracle databases using SQL queries.
    • Understand and apply various join techniques (inner, outer, self-joins) for data integration.
    • Utilize subqueries and advanced querying techniques (e.g., analytical functions) for complex data analysis.
  • Develop and Implement Database Structures:
    • Design efficient database schemas using normalization principles.
    • Create and manage database objects (tables, indexes, views) using DDL (Data Definition Language).
    • Implement data integrity constraints (primary keys, foreign keys, check constraints).
  • Manage Database Security and Performance:
    • Implement user accounts and roles to control access to database objects.
    • Grant and revoke privileges to users and roles effectively.
    • Optimize database performance through indexing strategies and query tuning.
  • Master PL/SQL Programming:
    • Write and execute PL/SQL blocks, including procedures, functions, and triggers.
    • Handle exceptions and errors gracefully within PL/SQL code.
    • Manage transactions effectively to ensure data consistency and integrity.
  • Integrate with Cloud Databases:
    • Work with Oracle databases hosted in the cloud environment.
    • Understand and utilize cloud-specific features and services.
Target Audience

The course is designed for a wide range of individuals, including:

  • Aspiring Database Administrators: Individuals seeking a career in database administration.
  • Data Analysts: Professionals looking to enhance their data analysis skills with advanced SQL and PL/SQL.
  • Software Developers: Developers who need to interact with databases in their applications.
  • IT Professionals: IT professionals seeking to expand their knowledge of database technologies.
  • Beginners: Individuals with little to no prior experience in SQL or databases.
  • Experienced Professionals: Those looking to enhance their existing SQL and PL/SQL skills and explore advanced concepts.
Exams & Certifications
Exams
  • This course prepares students for the Oracle Database 12c SQL 1Z0-071 and the Oracle Database Program with PL/SQL 1Z0-149 Exams.

Certifications
Certification Notes: Certification exams are administered by third party testing companies. Our course teaches topics that can be useful with certification exam(s), which is an additional fee paid to the testing provider. You must contact the corresponding testing provider to take a certification exam.

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Course Topics

Oracle - SQL & PL/SQL


Section 1: AN INTRODUCTION TO SQL

Chapter 1: An introduction to relational databases and SQL
  • An introduction to client/server systems
    • The hardware components of a client/server system
    • The software components of a client/server system
    • Other client/server architectures
  • An introduction to the relational database model
    • How a database table is organized
    • How tables are related
    • How columns in a table are defined
  • An introduction to SQL and SQL-based systems
    • A brief history of SQL
    • A comparison of four relational databases
  • SQL statements and comments
    • An introduction to SQL statements
    • Typical SQL statements
    • SQL coding guidelines
    • How to code comments
Chapter 2: How to use SQL Developer
  • How to use SQL Developer to work with a database
    • How to create a database connection
    • How to navigate through the database objects
    • How to view the column definitions and data for a table
  • How to use SQL Developer to run SQL statements
    • How to enter and run a SQL statement
    • How to handle syntax errors
    • How to open and save SQL scripts
    • How to code and run SQL scripts
  • How to use the Oracle Database documentation

Section 2: THE ESSENTIAL SQL SKILLS

Chapter 3: How to retrieve data from a single table
  • An introduction to the SELECT statement
    • How to interpret syntax in this book
    • The basic syntax of the SELECT statement
    • SELECT statement examples
  • How to code the SELECT clause
    • How to code column specifications
    • How to name the columns in a result set
    • How to code string expressions
    • How to code arithmetic expressions
    • How to use scalar functions
    • How to use DISTINCT to eliminate duplicate rows
  • How to code the WHERE clause
    • How to use the comparison operators
    • How to use the AND, OR, and NOT logical operators
    • How to use the IN phrase
    • How to use the BETWEEN phrase
    • How to use the LIKE operator
    • How to use the REGEXP_LIKE function
    • How to use the IS NULL condition
  • How to code the ORDER BY clause
    • How to sort by a column name
    • How to sort by an alias, an expression, or a column number
  • Two more skills
    • How to use the row limiting clause
    • How to test expressions
Chapter 4: How to retrieve data from two or more tables
  • How to work with inner joins
    • How to code an inner join
    • When and how to use table aliases
    • How to use compound join conditions
    • How to use a self-join
    • How to join more than two tables
    • How to use the implicit inner join syntax
  • How to work with outer joins
    • How to code an outer join
    • Outer join examples
    • Outer joins that join more than two tables
    • How to use the implicit outer join syntax
  • Other skills for working with joins
    • How to combine inner and outer joins
    • How to join tables with the USING keyword
    • How to join tables with the NATURAL keyword
    • How to use cross joins
  • How to work with unions
    • The syntax of a union
    • Unions that combine data from different tables
    • Unions that combine data from the same table
    • How to use the MINUS and INTERSECT operators
Chapter 5: How to code summary queries
  • How to work with aggregate functions
    • How to code aggregate functions
    • Queries that use aggregate functions
  • How to group and summarize data
    • How to code the GROUP BY and HAVING clauses
    • Queries that use the GROUP BY and HAVING clauses
    • How the HAVING clause compares to the WHERE clause
    • How to code complex search conditions
  • How to summarize data using the ROLLUP CUBE clause
    • How to use ROLLUP
    • How to use CUBE
  • How to code analytic functions
    • How analytic functions work
    • How to code frames
    • Two more examples of frames
    • How to use named windows
    • How to use the ranking functions
Chapter 6: How to code subqueries
  • An introduction to subqueries
    • How to use subqueries
    • How subqueries compare to joins
  • How to code subqueries in search conditions
    • How to use subqueries with the IN operator
    • How to compare a subquery with an expression
    • How to use the ALL keyword
    • How to use the ANY and SOME keywords
    • How to code correlated subqueries
    • How to use the EXISTS operator
  • Other ways to use subqueries
    • How to code subqueries in the FROM clause
    • How to code subqueries in the SELECT clause
  • Guidelines for working with complex queries
    • A complex query that uses subqueries
    • A procedure for building complex queries
  • How to use subquery factoring
    • How to use the WITH clause
    • How to code a recursive query
    • How to use the hierarchical query clause
Chapter 7: How to insert, update, and delete data
  • How to create test tables
    • How to re-create the tables for this book
    • How to create a table from a SELECT statement
  • How to insert new rows
    • How to insert a single row
    • How to insert default values and null values
    • How to use a subquery to insert multiple rows
  • How to update existing rows
    • How to update rows
    • How to use a subquery in an UPDATE statement
  • How to delete existing rows
    • How to delete rows
    • How to use a subquery in a DELETE statement
  • How to commit and roll back changes
Chapter 8: How to work with data types and functions
  • Data type overview
  • How to work with character data
    • The character data types
    • How to use character functions
    • How to parse a string
  • How to work with numeric data
    • The numeric data types
    • Common number format elements
    • How to use numeric functions
    • How to search for floating-point numbers
  • How to work with temporal data
    • The temporal data types
    • Common datetime format elements
    • How to use datetime functions
    • How to perform a date search
    • Common timestamp and interval formats
    • How to use timestamp functions
    • How to use interval functions
    • How to use the EXTRACT function
  • How to convert data from one type to another
    • How to convert characters, numbers, and dates
    • How to sort strings in numerical sequence
    • How to perform a time search
    • How to convert characters to and from their numeric codes
  • Other functions you should know about
    • How to use the CASE expression
    • How to use the COALESCE, NVL, and NVL2 functions
    • How to use the GROUPING function
Section 3: DATABASE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION

Chapter 9: How to design a database
  • How to design a data structure
    • The basic steps for designing a data structure
    • How to identify the data elements
    • How to subdivide the data elements
    • How to identify the tables and assign columns
    • How to identify the primary and foreign keys
    • How to enforce the relationships between tables
    • How normalization works
    • How to identify the columns to be indexed
  • How to normalize a data structure
    • The seven normal forms
    • How to apply the first normal form
    • How to apply the second normal form
    • How to apply the third normal form
    • When and how to denormalize a data structure
Chapter 10: How to create a database
  • How to work with container databases
    • An introduction to CDBs and PDBs
    • How to create and drop a pluggable database
  • How to work with tables
    • How to create a table
    • How to code a primary key constraint
    • How to code a foreign key constraint
    • How to code a check constraint
    • How to alter the columns of a table
    • How to alter the constraints of a table
    • How to rename, truncate, and drop a table
  • How to work with indexes
    • How to create an index
    • How to drop an index
  • How to work with sequences
    • How to create a sequence
    • How to use a sequence
    • How to alter a sequence
    • How to drop a sequence
  • How to automatically generate ID values
  • A script that’s used to create a schema
    • An introduction to scripts
    • How the DDL statements work
  • How to use SQL Developer
    • How to work with tables, indexes, and sequences
    • How to display an EER diagram for a table
Chapter 11: How to create views
  • An introduction to views
    • How views work
    • Benefits of using views
  • How to work with views
    • How to create a view
    • How to create an updatable view
    • How to create a read-only view
    • How to use WITH CHECK OPTION
    • How to insert or delete rows through a view
    • How to alter or drop a view
  • How to use SQL Developer with views
Chapter 12: How to manage database security
  • How to work with users and roles
    • How to create a user
    • How to create an admin user
    • How to alter and drop a user
    • How to create and drop a role
  • How to work with privileges and synonyms
    • System privileges and object privileges
    • How to grant privileges
    • How to revoke privileges
    • How to work with synonyms
    • A script that creates roles and users
    • How to view the privileges for users and roles
  • How to use SQL Developer
    • How to create an admin connection for a PDB
    • How to work with users
    • How to grant and revoke roles
    • How to grant and revoke system privileges
Chapter 13: How to host a database in the cloud
  • How to get started with Oracle Cloud
    • The Oracle Cloud portal
    • How to create a database in the cloud
    • How to create a user for a schema
    • How to create the tables for a schema
    • How to view the database objects for a schema
  • How to use SQL Developer with a cloud database
    • How to connect to a cloud database
    • How to run SQL against a cloud database
  • More skills for working with a cloud database
    • How to restore and delete a cloud database
    • How to restart a cloud database

Section 4: THE ESSENTIAL PL/SQL SKILLS

Chapter 14: How to write PL/SQL code
  • An introduction to PL/SQL
    • An anonymous PL/SQL block in a script
    • Statements for working with PL/SQL and scripts
  • How to code the basic PL/SQL statements
    • How to print data to an output window
    • How to declare and use variables
    • How to code IF statements
    • How to code CASE statements
    • How to code loops
    • How to use a cursor
  • How to work with composite variables
    • How to use collections
    • How to use records
  • How to work with exceptions and errors
    • How to handle exceptions
    • Predefined exceptions
    • How to drop database objects without displaying errors
Chapter 15: How to manage transactions and locking
  • How to work with transactions
    • How to commit and roll back transactions
    • How to work with save points
  • How to work with concurrency and locking
    • How concurrency and locking are related
    • How to set the transaction isolation level
    • Best practices for concurrency
Chapter 16: How to create stored procedures and functions
  • How to code stored procedures
    • How to create a stored procedure
    • How to call a stored procedure
    • How to code input and output parameters
    • How to code optional parameters
    • How to raise a predefined exception
    • How to raise a user-defined exception
    • A stored procedure that inserts a row
    • How to drop a stored procedure
  • How to code functions
    • How to create and call a function
    • A function that uses multiple RETURN statements
    • How to drop a function
  • How to work with packages
    • How to create a package
    • How to drop a package
  • How to use SQL Developer
    • How to view and drop procedures, functions, and packages
    • How to edit and compile procedures and functions
    • How to grant and revoke privileges
    • How to debug procedures and functions
Chapter 17: How to create triggers
  • How to work with triggers
    • How to create a trigger for a table
    • A trigger that enforces data consistency
    • How to use conditional predicates
    • How to create a trigger for a view
    • How to create a system trigger
    • How to enable, disable, rename, or drop a trigger
  • Other skills for working with triggers
    • How to create a compound trigger
    • A trigger that causes the mutating-table error
    • How to solve the mutating-table problem
  • How to use SQL Developer
    • How to view, enable, disable, rename, or drop a trigger
    • How to edit a trigger

APPENDICES

Appendix A: How to set up Windows for this book
  • How to install Oracle Database XE
  • How to install Oracle SQL Developer
  • How to download the files for this book
  • How to connect as the sysdba user
  • How to create the schemas for this book
  • How to import connections for the schemas
  • How to make sure your system is set up correctly
  • How to stop and start the database service
Appendix B: How to set up macOS for this book
  • How to download the files for this book
  • How to install Oracle SQL Developer
  • How to set up the database for this book
  • How to create the connections for this book
  • How to make sure your system is set up correctly

 


Course FAQs

What Are the Available Class Formats?

This course is taught by a live instructor and is available in two class formats:

  1. Live Online for Individuals
  2. Onsite/Online for Private Groups

What Are Oracle Relational Databases and SQL?

Oracle Relational Databases and Structured Query Language (SQL) are powerful tools used to store, manage, and access data. Oracle databases are highly structured, allowing users to quickly and easily query the database for specific information. Using SQL commands, complex queries can be formulated to search existing data or generate new results. Oracle databases offer numerous security features, such as encryption and access control, to ensure the safety of stored data. Oracle's built-in scalability allows for databases to be expanded or reduced in size without any interruptions in service. Oracle Relational Databases and SQL are essential parts of modern database management systems. With their ability to store and query data, Oracle databases offer users a reliable and secure way to manage their information.

What Is Oracle SQL Developer?

Oracle SQL Developer is a powerful and popular integrated development environment (IDE) designed specifically to handle the complexities of database software development. It provides an intuitive user interface with many sophisticated features that make it easy to work with SQL databases. Oracle SQL Developer supports a wide range of operations, including creating and editing database objects, running queries, developing stored procedures, creating database diagrams, and much more. It also supports the use of debugging tools to optimize SQL code development process.

With these features, Oracle SQL Developer is an ideal tool for developing and managing databases cost-effectively. It makes database administration simpler with its seamless integration capabilities with other Oracle products. By enabling developers to quickly develop, test and deploy applications, Oracle SQL Developer helps to increase business productivity and reduce development costs. The intuitive user interface makes it easy for even novice users to quickly learn and be productive with the product. Its powerful code editor also simplifies tasks such as writing code snippets, executing multiple queries at once, formatting code correctly and debugging errors.

What Is Oracle SQL SELECT?

Oracle SQL SELECT is a powerful statement in the Structured Query Language (SQL) that enables users to extract data from tables and other sources. It has been used extensively by database developers, administrators, and analysts over many years as it provides flexibility and accuracy for retrieving specific data.

The SELECT statement can be used to search for specific columns within a table, join multiple tables together, filter results using WHERE clauses, and aggregate data using GROUP BY clauses. By combining the right set of parameters, users can quickly create accurate reports on top of their data. Oracle SQL SELECT can be used in conjunction with other statements such as UPDATE and DELETE to make changes or delete records from existing databases.

Oracle SQL SELECT is a great tool for any organization looking to get the most out of their data. With its ability to quickly and accurately extract, filter, and aggregate data, it can be used to create complex reports with ease. The flexibility of the statement allows users to tailor their query results to exactly what they need and make data-driven decisions with confidence.

What Are Oracle SQL Joins and Types?

Oracle SQL Joins are used to retrieve data from multiple tables. By leveraging a join, you can combine columns from one or more tables in a database and use them as if they were one table. This allows for powerful queries that would otherwise not be possible.

There are four types of Oracle SQL Joins: inner join, left outer join, right outer join, and full outer join.

Inner Join

An inner join combines two or more tables based on a given condition in the WHERE clause. All rows from both tables that meet this condition will be included in the result set of the query.

Left Outer Join

A left outer join includes all rows from the left table (the first specified in the JOIN clause) and only those rows from the right table that meet the given condition in the WHERE clause.

Right Outer Join

A right outer join includes all rows from the right table (the second specified in the JOIN clause) and only those rows from the left table that meets the given condition in the WHERE clause.

Full Outer Join

A full outer join combines all rows from both tables, regardless of whether they meet the condition in the WHERE clause or not.

Using these SQL Joins allows you to build queries with multiple tables to get complex results and powerful insights into your data. They are essential for many Oracle applications and can save considerable time when creating reports. Oracle SQL Joins provide a powerful way to access and analyze data from multiple tables. By leveraging various join types, you can combine data from multiple tables and use them as if they were one table, allowing for complex queries that would not otherwise be possible. Understanding and using the different types of joins can help you get the most out of your Oracle applications.

What Are Oracle SQL Code Summary Queries?

Oracle SQL code summary queries are powerful tools for data analysis and organization. These queries allow you to summarize, group, and analyze data in various ways to gain insights into your data sets.

Aggregate functions allow you to sum up the total values of a particular column for all records that match the criteria you specify. You can use aggregate functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, and MIN/MAX to quickly summarize data.

GROUP BY allows you to group a set of records that share the same value in a given column. This type of query can be useful when trying to compare different groups of data or identify trends within them.

HAVING is similar to the WHERE clause, except that it applies after a GROUP BY clause. HAVING allows you to specify conditions that must be met for a given record to be included in a query result.

ROLLUP and CUBE queries allow you to summarize data across multiple columns or dimensions. With ROLLUP, you can create subtotals across consecutive columns, and with CUBE, you can generate a total for all combinations of column values. These queries are useful for creating reports that display data at multiple levels of granularity.

By utilizing these Oracle SQL query summary tools, organizations can gain meaningful insights into their data sets and make more informed decisions.

What Are Oracle SQL Subqueries?

Oracle SQL subqueries are nested queries that are used within a larger query and provide the ability to compare values from multiple tables. Subqueries can be used in various parts of a statement, such as the SELECT list, WHERE clause, and HAVING clause. They can also appear in an INSERT statement or with UPDATE statements such as DELETE. Subqueries return values from a given expression and can be used to create complex queries that involve multiple tables. With the help of subqueries, complex problems can be solved with fewer lines of code than would otherwise be required.

Oracle SQL subqueries are an important tool in any database developer’s arsenal and offer many benefits when used in the right context. They can be used to simplify complex queries and make them more efficient, while also providing a powerful method of manipulating data within a database.

What Is Oracle SQL: Insert, Update and Delete?

Oracle SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements are three of the most fundamental operations in any database system. The INSERT statement is used to add new records to a table, while UPDATE and DELETE statements modify existing data. Oracle provides powerful and efficient ways to perform these operations, allowing developers to maintain accurate and consistent databases quickly and easily.

Oracle INSERT Statement

The INSERT statement adds data to existing tables. It allows users to add one or more rows at a time, as well as supply values for columns in the new records. The syntax of this statement is simple, with options available for specifying additional details about the operation.

Oracle UPDATE Statement

The UPDATE statement modifies existing records in a table. It allows users to change the value of a column, or multiple columns, in one or more rows at once. This statement also supports a WHERE clause, making it possible to target specific records for modification.

Oracle DELETE Statement

The DELETE statement is used to remove existing records from tables. It can be used with a WHERE clause to delete a specific row or set of rows, or without one to delete all records in the table.

Oracle SQL Insert, Update, and Delete statements are essential tools in any database system. They can be used to quickly and reliably manage data using flexible and powerful syntax. When used properly, they allow developers to maintain accurate and consistent databases with minimal effort.

What Are Oracle SQL Data Types and Functions?

Oracle SQL data types and functions are essential building blocks of any successful database. They define the type and structure of data entered into a table, as well as how it is manipulated. Oracle SQL provides several distinct data types that can be used to store and efficiently manipulate information.

The main categories of Oracle SQL data types include Character, Number, Date/Time, and Large Objects. Character types store strings of characters such as alphanumeric text or symbols. Number types are used to store integer and decimal values. Date/Time data types enable Oracle SQL to track date and time information in tables. Lastly, Large Object (LOB) data types enable users to store documents, images, audio, and video within the database.

Oracle SQL provides a range of functions that can be used to manipulate data stored in tables. Aggregate functions such as SUM, AVG, and COUNT allow users to quickly analyze large sets of data by performing operations on multiple rows at once. Date/Time functions enable users to convert date formats, calculate time intervals, and perform other calculations with date/time values. String functions enable Oracle SQL to manipulate text strings. Finally, Conversion functions allow users to convert data types from one form to another.

Oracle SQL’s comprehensive range of data types and functions provides developers with the tools they need to create efficient and reliable databases. With these tools, developers can ensure that their databases will successfully store and manage data. It is important to understand how Oracle SQL data types and functions are used to create robust databases. By properly using these features, developers can create powerful applications that make use of the full power of the Oracle database.

What Is Oracle SQL Database Design?

Oracle SQL database design is a powerful and comprehensive process for designing, implementing, and managing relational databases. It helps organizations to create reliable, secure, and efficient database systems that are capable of meeting their data needs. Oracle SQL database design involves creating the logical structure of the database using components such as tables, views, indexes, and constraints; mapping this logical structure to a physical storage space, and configuring the database parameters to ensure optimal performance. It includes creating relationships between tables and data elements to create meaningful associations, as well as designing security measures to protect the data. By leveraging proper Oracle SQL database design, businesses can maximize their resources and gain insight into their data for better decision-making capabilities. It is a crucial component of any organization’s data management strategy.

What Is Oracle SQL Table, Index and Sequences Creation?

Oracle SQL offers users the ability to create tables, indexes, and sequences. Tables are used to store data in a relational format, while indexes are used to speed up access to specific rows or columns of data within a table. Sequences can be used to generate unique values for use when inserting new records into a table. Creating these objects is relatively straightforward and can be accomplished with a few simple SQL commands.

When creating a table, you should define the columns that will make up the table, including the data type for each column and any constraints (such as a primary key or foreign key relationships) it may have. You may wish to create an index to speed up searches on certain columns, as well as a sequence to auto-generate values for records in the table.

Creating an index is relatively simple, requiring just the name of the index and the columns it should be based on. Creating a sequence requires more information such as the starting value, increment, maximum and minimum values allowed. Once these objects are created, they can be used to create and manipulate data in the table.

By utilizing these objects, Oracle SQL can provide a powerful tool for managing your relational data. Knowing how to create tables, indexes and sequences will enable you to access your data, allowing for more efficient retrieval of information. With a clear understanding of Oracle SQL table, index, and sequence creation, you'll be able to leverage their power to get the most out of your data.

What Are Oracle SQL Views?

Oracle SQL views are a powerful tool that allow for simplified access to the data stored within an Oracle database. By creating a view, users can select specific columns from multiple tables and join them together into one logical table. This makes retrieving data faster and easier, as well as ensures consistency of results across applications. Views also enable administrators to restrict user access to certain parts of the database, while still providing users with access to the data they need. This makes Oracle views an essential tool for any organization that relies on data stored in an Oracle database. Views also allow for easier maintenance and updating of the data, as changes can be made in a single view instead of multiple tables. They allow for better security as they help to protect the underlying data from unauthorized access. Oracle views are a powerful and versatile tool that can make managing and accessing data stored in an Oracle database much simpler and more secure.

What Is Oracle SQL Database Security Techniques?

Oracle SQL database security is critical for any organization that wants to protect its data. Oracle provides multiple options for securing an Oracle database, including both application-level and server-level security measures. At the application level, users can take advantage of role-based access control (RBAC) to limit what a user is allowed to do within the database. RBAC provides a way to assign privileges to users based on their roles and responsibilities. In addition, Oracle's Advanced Security Option (ASO) allows administrators to create encrypted connections between the database server and any external application, such as a web application or mobile app. ASO also provides encryption for data stored in the database itself.

At the server level, Oracle provides a wide range of security measures. These include database auditing to monitor and identify suspicious activity, as well as secure configuration practices such as using strong passwords and restricting access to certain areas of the database. Oracle also offers encryption at rest for backup data stored on disk, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected even if it is inadvertently exposed.

By using the available database security measures, organizations can ensure that their data remains safe from external threats and unauthorized access. With Oracle's robust security system in place, organizations can use their database with confidence that their data is secure. However, as with any security system, administrators should periodically review their security policies and practices to ensure they remain up to date. Taking these steps will help organizations maintain the highest level of database security possible.

What Is Oracle PL/SQL?

Oracle PL/SQL is a procedural language used to develop programs and application code for the Oracle database. It combines the power of SQL with the flexibility and usability of an imperative programming language, allowing developers to create more complex applications faster and more easily than with pure SQL alone. PL/SQL includes features such as variables, cursors, triggers, and exception handling that add dynamic functionality to applications. PL/SQL is SQL-compliant and works seamlessly with Oracle databases, making it a powerful development tool for database-driven applications.

With its rich set of features, PL/SQL enables efficient data access and manipulation while also providing developers with a solid platform for designing complex business logic. By leveraging the features of PL/SQL, developers can create robust applications that are more reliable and easier to maintain. PL/SQL helps organizations maximize the value of their Oracle databases by enabling rapid development and deployment of custom-built solutions.

What Are Oracle SQL Transactions and Locking?

Oracle SQL transactions and locking are mechanisms that ensure data integrity. Transactions allow multiple users to access the same data simultaneously without compromising accuracy, while locking prevents users from accessing the same piece of data at the same time. Oracle SQL provides two types of transactions: explicit and implicit. Explicit transactions can be initiated by a user when they want to commit or roll back a particular operation. Implicit transactions are automatically initiated by the database for certain operations such as DDL (Data Definition Language) statements. Locking is a mechanism used to manage concurrent access to data, allowing multiple users to read from or write to the same data without interference. Oracle provides different lock modes such as shared locks, exclusive locks, and intent locks, to ensure data consistency. By using transactions and locking mechanisms in Oracle SQL, organizations can ensure that their data remains accurate and secure at all times.

Oracle SQL also provides various monitoring and optimization techniques such as the V$LOCK system view which can be used to monitor locks held by applications or users on an object or database at a given point in time. This helps organizations identify any potential bottlenecks or deadlocks, which can then be rectified quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Indexing is another powerful tool used to improve database performance by creating an index on commonly used columns in a table. By using these techniques, Oracle SQL provides organizations with the ability to maintain data integrity and improve the performance of their database systems.

What Are Oracle SQL Stored Procedures and Functions?

Oracle SQL stored procedures and functions are a type of database programming language that allows developers to create programs, known as subprograms, within the Oracle database. They can accept input parameters (arguments) and return multiple values in the form of output parameters. Stored procedures can also be used to fetch data from tables or perform calculations. They are useful for automating common tasks and increasing efficiency, as they can be reused multiple times. By using stored procedures, developers can create applications that adhere to the principle of data integrity while also reducing development time. Stored procedures provide an additional layer of security by preventing direct access to the underlying tables in the database. As a result, applications can be deployed more quickly and securely.

Oracle SQL stored procedures and functions allow developers to rapidly create robust applications that can be reused multiple times. Not only do they provide an additional layer of security, but also help increase efficiency by eliminating the need for repetitive coding tasks. As such, stored procedures are a valuable asset for any Oracle database developer.

What Are Oracle SQL Triggers?

Oracle SQL triggers are a powerful feature of the Oracle database. A trigger is a program unit that is automatically executed in response to certain events on a particular table or view in a database. It can be used to enforce complex business rules, audit data modifications, and automate complex tasks such as cascading updates across multiple tables. When an event occurs, triggers can be used to execute a stored procedure or an anonymous block of PL/SQL code which modifies the data before or after it is written to the database. This enables developers to create sophisticated business logic that will execute reliably and consistently in response to data changes. Triggers are also useful for auditing table changes and logging user activity. By using triggers, developers can create powerful solutions to meet the business needs of their organization.

Oracle triggers offer numerous advantages over other methods for performing data manipulation and validation. They are well-integrated into the Oracle database, allowing for reliable and efficient executions. Triggers are also more secure than relying on application logic written in procedural code. As triggers are stored in the database itself, their execution is independent of any user or application process and can be invoked by multiple users at once. This makes them a reliable and secure choice for implementing business logic or data validations. Triggers are also more efficient than other methods due to their tight integration with Oracle’s engine. They can also be used to implement complex logic and consistency checking in a single statement, reducing the amount of code and effort needed to create reliable applications.

What Are Oracle SQL Timestamps and Intervals?

Oracle SQL timestamps and Intervals are used to represent dates and times when dealing with database applications. A timestamp is a type of data that stores both the date and time components of a single point in time, while an interval is a length of time that can be specified in days, hours, minutes, seconds, or any combination thereof.

Timestamps are used to track when certain events occur, including user logins, product orders, and file downloads. Intervals can be used to measure the time between these events or the duration of an event itself. Both timestamps and intervals are useful for a variety of database operations such as analyzing trends over time and scheduling maintenance tasks. Oracle SQL provides functions for managing these data types, allowing database administrators to easily incorporate timestamps and intervals into their applications.

With the help of Oracle SQL's timestamp and interval functions, developers can create powerful applications that leverage time-based data. By maintaining an accurate record of events over time, businesses can gain valuable insights into their operations and identify areas for improvement. Through the use of these features, Oracle SQL provides an efficient way to manage time-based data and make better decisions.

What Are Oracle SQL Large Objects?

Oracle SQL Large Objects (LOBs) are data types used in the Oracle Database to store large amounts of structured or unstructured data. LOBs can store up to 4 gigabytes of data and can offer improved performance for applications that require access to large amounts of data stored within a single row in the database. Types of LOBs include BLOBs (binary large objects), CLOBs (character large objects), and NCLOBs (national character large objects). LOB data types are used to store video, audio, text documents, and images. They can also be used to store XML documents and other non-structured data such as hierarchical or object-oriented data. LOBs offer several benefits such as improved performance when retrieving large amounts of data, better scalability, and the ability to partition larger databases into smaller segments for faster access. They are also beneficial in terms of security since it is possible to encrypt the content stored within LOBs. In addition, they allow applications to quickly access data stored in the database without having to copy data to and from the disk. By making use of LOBs, organizations can ensure that their data is stored more efficiently while improving application performance.

Overall, Oracle Large Objects provide a useful and powerful way for organizations to store large amounts of structured or unstructured data in the Oracle Database with improved performance and security. By using LOBs, organizations can ensure that their data is stored more efficiently while optimizing access to large amounts of data.

 



 


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How long does it take to learn Oracle database?

A: There is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, as the amount of time it takes to learn Oracle database will vary depending on your prior experience and level of expertise. However, most students can expect to spend at least a few weeks or months studying and practicing before they feel confident using the software.

If you're new to databases or programming in general, you may want to consider taking an introductory course or two before diving into Oracle. Once you have a basic understanding of concepts like SQL and PL/SQL, you'll be better prepared to tackle the more advanced topics covered in Oracle training courses.

If you're already familiar with other database systems, you may be able to pick up Oracle fairly quickly. However, even experienced database users will need to spend some time getting used to the specific syntax and features of Oracle. The best way to learn is by doing, so be sure to find an Oracle course or tutorial that includes plenty of hands-on exercises.

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Is Oracle and SQL same?

A: No, Oracle and SQL are not the same. Oracle is a database management system (DBMS), while SQL is a standard query language for databases. While both can be used to manage data in a database, they serve different purposes. SQL is used to query, insert, update, and delete data in a database, while Oracle is used to manage the database itself.

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A: If you're looking to become an Oracle database administrator, or even just use Oracle databases more effectively, there are a few key Oracle skills you'll need to master.

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Next, you'll need to know how to design efficient database schema. This involves understanding how data is related and how it can be normalized to reduce redundancy.

Finally, you should have a solid understanding of performance tuning. This includes knowing how to configure Oracle databases for optimal performance and troubleshooting performance issues when they arise.

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