Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL
- Overview of PL/SQL
- Benefits of adopting PL/SQL
Foundations of PL/SQL Block Structure
- Anonymous blocks
- Named blocks
Variables and Data Types
- Variable declaration
- Syntax and naming conventions
- Available data types in PL/SQL
- Application of variables within PL/SQL blocks
Control Structures
- IF-THEN-ELSE logic
- CASE statements
- FOR loops
- WHILE loops
Stored Procedures and Functions
- Developing and executing stored procedures
- Syntax and practical examples
- Managing input and output parameters
- Creating and running functions in PL/SQL
- Syntax and practical examples
- Integrating functions into SQL statements
Cursors
- Explicit cursors
- Implicit cursors
- Data fetching techniques
- Cursor attributes
Exception Handling
- Predefined exceptions
- Custom user-defined exceptions
- Utilizing TRY-CATCH mechanisms
Transaction Management
- Controlling transactions in PL/SQL
- Working with nested blocks and transactions
- Overseeing nested transactions
- Establishing and applying savepoints
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Distinguishing between strong and weak REF CURSOR
- Appropriate usage scenarios
Triggers
- Building triggers
- Categories of triggers
- Leveraging triggers for auditing purposes
Packages in PL/SQL
- Package creation
- Specification
- Implementation
- Execution
- Invocation
- Practical real-world applications
- Code review and walkthrough
Conclusion and Future Steps
Requirements
- Familiarity with fundamental SQL concepts
- Knowledge of database schemas, tables, and their relationships
Target Audience
- Database administrators
- Database developers
- Software engineers
- 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.
