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• Oracle Autonomous Database features free DBAs from routine tasks

  Oracle Autonomous Database can automate routine administrative and operational tasks for DBAs and improve productivity, but migrating to the cloud has its share of issues.  Continue Reading

• Oracle cloud ambitions follow decades of transition

  The Oracle cloud strategy continues to evolve, with fresh emphasis placed on how its flagship database can help customers in the cloud. But the story truly begins decades ago.  Continue Reading

• How to manage Oracle database upgrades and annual releases

  Oracle consultants offer tips and advice on upgrading databases, including new considerations created by the annual release schedule that Oracle is now following.  Continue Reading

• How Oracle RPA systems can automate business tasks for users

  Robotic process automation software can be integrated into Oracle environments to help strengthen business operations by augmenting workers with software robots.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Digital Assistant unifies use of enterprise chatbots

  With Oracle Digital Assistant, users are able to create digital assistants with multiple chatbots that handle different tasks to help increase worker productivity.  Continue Reading

• Oracle 19c database software promises stability, compatibility

  Oracle Database 19c offers automatic indexing and support for external data partitions but carries upgrade issues like apps certification and index creation agreement.  Continue Reading

• First take on Oracle 19c: 6 useful enhancements for DBAs

  Database administrator Brian Peasland lists some of the new and updated features coming in Oracle Database 19c that he thinks will be beneficial to Oracle users.  Continue Reading

• Future of Oracle centers on the cloud, AI and automation

  Oracle deepened its embrace of cloud computing, AI software and IT automation tools in 2018. What can users expect from it in 2019? More of the same, most likely.  Continue Reading

• Key new features coming in Oracle Database 19c

  With Oracle Database 19c, Oracle is aiming to boost the stability of its flagship software's latest generation. But 19c also offers DBAs a variety of added features.  Continue Reading

• The future of SPARC/Solaris is cloudy -- in multiple ways

  Cutbacks by Oracle have put the future of SPARC and Solaris in doubt, but the vendor says it's still committed to the technologies as part of its enterprise cloud strategy.  Continue Reading

• How to use Patch Wizard to resolve Oracle EBS issues

  Karen Brownfield shows the advantages of using Patch Wizard for Oracle EBS and how to use the Applied Patches, File History and Register Flagged Files components.  Continue Reading

• Willis develops app to put a personal touch back in voluntary benefits

  Part two of a two-part article: Willis uses PeopleSoft 9.1 to bring back the personal feel to automated insurance selection for voluntary benefits.  Continue Reading

• Willis develops app for real-time voluntary benefit selection

  Part one of a two-part article: Willis uses PeopleSoft 9.1 to create real-time automated insurance selection for voluntary benefits.  Continue Reading

• OAUG Q&A: What's ahead for Oracle ERP systems and Fusion

  Alyssa Johnson, president of OAUG, discusses the future of Oracle Fusion Applications and their coexistence with cloud in this Q&A session.  Continue Reading

• Q&A with Alyssa Johnson: OAUG president talks Oracle Fusion Applications

  Question and answer session with OAUG President Alyssa Johnson about the future of Oracle Fusion Applications and their coexistence with the cloud.  Continue Reading

• Excerpt: The key concepts of Oracle WebLogic server

  The Oracle Weblogic server is great, but it's important to understand a few key concepts. Read this excerpt from Oracle WebLogic Server 11g Handbook by Sam R. Alapati to learn why.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Professionals’ Challenges and Priorities Survey 2010

  Almost 450 Oracle professionals answered survey questions from SearchOracle.com this year on topics such as budget, database and application challenges, virtualization and support. Here are the results.  Continue Reading

• SELECT statement syntax and examples

  In this chapter, learn how to use the SELECT statement with SELECT statement examples, including the basics of the SELECT statement syntax.  Continue Reading

• Oracle E-Business Suite manufacturing and supply chain management

  Find out what the Oracle E-Business software suite can do for manufacturing supply chain management (SCM). Learn supply chain planning and forecasting strategies for Oracle SCM software.  Continue Reading

• How to use SQL Developer to run SQL statements

  In this chapter, learn how to use SQL Developer to enter and execute SQL statements and scripts, work with a Snippets window, solve common syntax errors and more.  Continue Reading

• How to use SQL*Plus in Oracle

  In this section, learn how to use SQL*Plus in Oracle, which may be used to run SQL statement and scripts if an Oracle database does not have SQL Developer installed.  Continue Reading

• How to work with the Oracle database home page

  In this chapter, learn how to work with an Oracle database, including how to start and stop the Oracle database and use the database homepage, before learning how to use Oracle SQL Developer.  Continue Reading

• How to view and edit table column definitions

  In this chapter, learn how to edit and view column names and column definitions for a table, and when to use SQL Developer to do so.  Continue Reading

• How to use SQL Developer to work with an Oracle database

  In this chapter, learn how to use Oracle SQL Developer to review or modify your database design, navigate database objects and create, export and import database connections.  Continue Reading

• List the types of SQL subqueries

  In this chapter, learn about the three broad divisions of a subquery in SQL: Single-row, multiple-row and correlated subqueries.  Continue Reading

• Oracle Fusion Update Center

  Everything you need to know about Oracle's high-profile acquisition spree and Fusion integration plans is here in one spot.  Continue Reading