Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL
- Defining PL/SQL
- Benefits of employing PL/SQL
Fundamental Structure of a PL/SQL Block
- Anonymous blocks
- Named blocks
Variables and Data Types
- Variable declaration
- Syntactic rules and constraints
- Data types available 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
- Creation and execution of stored procedures
- Syntax and practical examples
- Input and output parameters
- Building and running functions in PL/SQL
- Syntax and practical examples
- Utilization 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
- Managing transactions in PL/SQL
- Utilizing nested blocks and transactions
- Oversight of nested transactions
- Creation and application of savepoints
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Distinguishing between strong and weak REF CURSORs
- Practical usage scenarios
Triggers
- Designing triggers
- Classification of triggers
- Employing triggers for audit logging
PL/SQL Packages
- Package creation
- Specification
- Implementation
- Execution
- Invocation
- Real-world applications
- Code walkthrough and analysis
Summary and Further Learning
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of SQL.
- Understanding of database schemas, tables, and inter-table relationships.
Target 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.
