Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL
- Defining PL/SQL
- Key advantages of adopting PL/SQL
Foundational Structure of PL/SQL Blocks
- Anonymous blocks
- Named blocks
Variables and Data Types
- Variable declaration processes
- Associated syntax and rules
- PL/SQL data types
- Utilizing variables within PL/SQL blocks
Control Structures
- IF-THEN-ELSE logic
- CASE statements
- FOR loops
- WHILE loops
Stored Procedures and Functions
- Creating and executing stored procedures
- Syntax and practical examples
- Managing input and output parameters
- Creating and running functions in PL/SQL
- Syntax and practical examples
- Integration within SQL statements
Cursors
- Explicit cursors
- Implicit cursors
- Data fetching mechanisms
- Cursor attributes
Exception Handling
- Predefined exceptions
- User-defined exceptions
- Application of TRY-CATCH blocks
Transaction Control
- Transaction management in PL/SQL
- Utilizing nested blocks and transactions
- Oversight of nested transactions
- Creating and applying savepoints
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Differentiating between Strong and weak REF CURSOR
- Applicable usage scenarios
Triggers
- Trigger creation
- Various types of triggers
- Leveraging triggers for auditing purposes
PL/SQL Packages
- Package creation
- Specification
- Implementation
- Execution
- Invocation
- Real-world applications
- Code walkthrough
Summary and Future Directions
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of SQL
- Understanding of database schemas, tables, and inter-table relationships
Audience
- Database administrators
- Database developers
- Software developers
- Data analysts
Testimonials (5)
The PL/SQL session basics. I used PL/SQL but never got the basics of it and this course helped me a lot understand PL/SQL queries.
Stefan-Andrei
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
Very balanced training and practice oriented, very glad that I had the virtual machine and was able to work in parallel with trainer the exercises
Robert
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
Trainer was patient with us and he made sure we understood each section before moving forward.
RONIKA - Igaye Projects (PTY) LTD
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
The way he explained everything
Alexandra G - DB Global Technology
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
The exercises were explained very good.
