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The Definitive Guide to Oracle Database 11g
Get full details on the powerful features of Oracle Database 11g from this thoroughly updated Oracle Press guide. Oracle Database 11g: The Complete Reference explains how to use all the new features and tools, execute powerful SQL queries, construct PL/SQL and SQL*Plus statements, and work with large objects and object-relational databases. Learn how to implement the latest security measures, tune database performance, and deploy grid computing techniques. An invaluable cross-referenced appendix containing Oracle commands, keywords, features, and functions is also included.
dba_n_the_dark
Posted Mon Jan 04 00:00:00 EST 2010
This is a good reference guide to help spin up to 11g. I have worked with Oracle since v7 and find Oracle is always a challenge yet, Oracle Press found Mr. Loney to help focus on the new 11g material. This book is clearly written by someone who has made all the mistakes and understand where you need a "heads up" to the pitfalls. It is clear he uses Oracle and not "paper" or instruction level only but hands on.
I was very impressed with the material on DB upgrades as most references only lightly touch these issues although this book did the follow the same path in referencing you to the Oracle instructions for more detail Mr. Loney gave informative information.
The Hitchhiker's Guide was helpful as was the explanation using the Data Pump Export's.
I purchased this book under the "USED" icon yet the seller had listed it as "NEW". This book was in execellent condition and was a "NEW" book.
I had never bought any book except directly from Oracle Press or from a major book store like B&N, and I would definitely buy a book using the B&N contractor's sales again. B & N, thank you for screening and providing alternative sources with awesome prices. Great results, great tracking of this shipment. I am very happy with this purchase.
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Posted Wed May 06 00:00:00 EDT 2009
Since Oracle 7, this is the first book I get with each major release. It has contained the basic concepts, definitions, and syntax for each database version, making this the book to use for learning Oracle. Especially with major upgrades like 11g.
With Oracle, no single book could actually be a complete reference, but this book serves as a quick reference to get up to speed on database topics, a starting point for detailed analysis. Although it does not drill deep down on most topics, it has enough detail to put features in context and help solve routine problems.
Also included are "Hitchhiker Guides" to help proceduralize thought and execution. And don't forget the always useful Alphabetical Reference with the abridged syntax map.
One additon I would like to see is a distinct way to mark what is new in the current database version. This would help DBAs in multi-version shops who use the book as a quick reference and do not want mix syntax.
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The Definitive Guide to Oracle Database 11g
Get full details on the powerful features of Oracle Database 11g from this thoroughly updated Oracle Press guide. Oracle Database 11g: The Complete Reference explains how to use all the new features and tools, execute powerful SQL queries, construct PL/SQL and SQL*Plus statements, and work with large objects and object-relational databases. Learn how to implement ...