Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL
- Definition and overview of PL/SQL
- Key benefits of adopting PL/SQL
Foundational Structure of PL/SQL Blocks
- Working with anonymous blocks
- Working with named blocks
Variables and Data Types
- Declaring variables
- Syntactic rules and conventions
- Supported data types in PL/SQL
- Integrating variables into PL/SQL blocks
Control Structures
- IF-THEN-ELSE logic
- CASE statements
- FOR loops
- WHILE loops
Stored Procedures and Functions
- Authoring and executing stored procedures
- Syntax and illustrative examples
- Managing input and output parameters
- Authoring and executing PL/SQL functions
- Syntax and illustrative examples
- Applying functions within SQL statements
Cursors
- Explicit cursors
- Implicit cursors
- Data fetching mechanisms
- Cursor attributes
Exception Handling
- Predefined exceptions
- User-defined exceptions
- Implementing TRY-CATCH blocks
Transaction Control
- Transaction management in PL/SQL
- Utilizing nested blocks and transactions
- Handling nested transactions
- Creating and leveraging savepoints
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Differentiating strong and weak REF CURSORS
- Practical use cases
Triggers
- Constructing triggers
- Categorization of trigger types
- Leveraging triggers for auditing purposes
Packages in PL/SQL
- Package creation
- Specification
- Implementation
- Execution
- Invocation
- Real-world applications
- Code review and walkthrough
Summary and Recommendations
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of SQL
- Familiarity with database schemas, tables, and relational structures
Intended 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.
