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Independent Oracle Users Group celebrates 20th anniversary
Independent Oracle Users Group President John Matelski argues for the value of an Oracle users group in today's day and age. Feature
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Book excerpt: Effective MySQL Backup and Recovery
As a DBA, you need to create an effective strategy. How? Read this excerpt from Ronald Bradford's 'Effective MySQL: Backup and Recovery' to find out. Excerpt
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A Girl in an Oracle World
The Girl in an Oracle World series celebrates women in technology by examining the careers of three prominent female Oracle pros. series
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Former JD Edwards employee still loves Oracle products
Jennifer Barton has worked with Oracle apps for a long time, having spent her early career with JD Edwards. Here's part two of the "Girl in an Oracle World" series. Feature
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Using Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) connectors and integration
Learn how to use the Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) integration platform, including the OIM connectors such as prebuilt connectors and generic technology connectors , and provisioning and reconciliation integrations. Feature
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The Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) deployment model
Read about the Oracle Identity Manager (OIM) deployment model and its multiple tiers, which include the client tier, web tier, business logic tier and data tier. Feature
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Understanding the Oracle user provisioning process
This chapter describes the various sophistication levels of the user provisioning process, including discretionary account provisioning, self-service provisioning, workflow-based provisioning and more. Feature
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How to use Oracle Identity Manager for user provisioning
Read about how Oracle Identity Manager is used for the user provisioning process, including enabling simpler administration, reduced risk and easier integration. Feature
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Oracle application development trends toward the Web
With the economy forcing developers to pursue less expensive methods of Oracle application development, many are evaluating Web development tools, including those for Rapid Application Development. Tutorial
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Oracle virtualization introduction guide
This introductory guide to Oracle virtualization is designed to help you define and understand the basics of Oracle virtualization including Oracle's VM. Guide
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Oracle Day: A mix of Oracle career day, field trip and pep rally
Is going to Oracle Day worth the trip? If you're going for Oracle career networking, yes. But is the information useful? News | 13 Nov 2012
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Are Oracle DBA jobs at educational institutions the right fit for you?
Read about the pros and cons of working as an Oracle DBA or developer at a college or university, and how salaries, benefits, culture and responsibilities compare to Oracle DBA jobs in other industries. News | 28 Dec 2010
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Oracle apps expert previews Oracle OpenWorld 2010
Floyd Teter, vice president of the Oracle Applications User Group, talks about the upcoming Oracle OpenWorld 2010 in September, including anticipated sessions and product releases. News | 01 Sep 2010
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New Oracle Database 11g book offers 'underground' tips
April Sims, a DBA at Southern Utah University and an Oracle Certified Professional, talks about her new book, “Oracle Database 11g Underground Advice for Database Administrators.” News | 14 May 2010
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Oracle grid computing and cloud computing: Special report
In this Oracle grid computing and cloud computing special report, learn about the difference between grid and cloud computing, the cloud and grid products that Oracle offers and users’ future plans for adoption. News | 25 Mar 2010
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How to land your dream Oracle DBA job
Despite the recession, companies are willing to pay top dollar for qualified Oracle professionals. Don Burleson offers guidance on nabbing the dream Oracle DBA job. News | 14 Jan 2010
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The top Oracle advice from the experts in 2009
Read this year’s Top 10 list of Oracle advice on Oracle security, licensing, databases and more from the SearchOracle.com experts. News | 17 Dec 2009
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Part 3: The final ERP transition: Crossing the finish line successfully
Complete your ERP project successfully with these tips for your final ERP transition. In this final installment of our ERP project series, learn how to do a user acceptance test and conduct a stakeholder review. Article | 16 Nov 2009
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Part 2: Maintaining your place in the race -- ERP project management
Get tips on ERP project management for an R12 implementation, including ERP organization and staffing, in this second installment of a three-part series on ERP project success. Article | 05 Nov 2009
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Revving your engines: Tuning up your ERP project plan
Get started on your ERP project planning with tips on the challenges and steps of an ERP project plan in part one of a three-part series on ERP project success. Article | 26 Oct 2009
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Oracle management downsizing tips: Saving on Oracle hardware and software in a down economy
Learn how to reduce Oracle database costs with exclusive expert advice from Donald Burleson. Find out how to trim the fat without compromising security or quality. Tip
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Saving on Oracle staffing costs in an uncertain economic climate
Find out how to downsize an Oracle shop -- or learn how your employers might approach this, so you can avoid being laid off. Learn the three common approaches from Donald Burleson. Tip
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How to create a database link in Oracle
Part of our "How do I do that in Oracle?" series, this tip explains in detail how to create a database link as well as how to troubleshoot db link errors. Tip
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How do I do that in Oracle?
This series is a collection of tips that explain in detail how to perform specific tasks in Oracle related to database administration. Tip
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How to uninstall Oracle
Part of our "How do I do that in Oracle?" series, this tip, compiled largely of advice from our expert Oracle DBAs, explains in detail how to uninstall Oracle software from your system. Tip
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Complete guide to becoming an Oracle database administrator
This three-part tip series is your complete guide to becoming an Oracle database administrator (DBA), from building your resume, acing the job interview and getting certifications to climbing the ranks to star DBA. Tip
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The power of Oracle certification
Wondering whether or not to get certified? This tip discusses the costs and benefits of getting Oracle certification and how certification factors into your Oracle DBA career. Tip
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Becoming an Oracle database administrator
This excerpt from the forthcoming "Oracle Job Interview Handbook" by Donald Burleson answers some common questions asked by aspiring Oracle database administrators (DBAs), such as what to study in college, if certifications are necessary and how to b... Tip
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DBA 102: Beyond the basics
Learn how to go beyond the basic roles of a DBA -- these hard and soft skills will help you prove your value to management and ensure your job security. Tip
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Acing the DBA job interview: Getting back to basics
DBAs are again in high demand, but this should not be viewed as a free ticket to a new, higher-paying job. Having superior credentials does not mean that all you have to do is submit your resume and wait for an offer. You still need to follow the ba... Tip
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Where to look for Oracle DBA learning materials
Readers ask SearchOracle.com expert Brian Peasland where they can find learning materials for becoming a better Oracle database administrator. Answer
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Most valuable skill: DBA, PL/SQL or Oracle Forms
Want to know what skill -- DBA, PL/SQL or Oracle Forms -- is most valued in the IT industry today? Hear from SearchOracle expert Dan Clamage on the topic. Answer
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Using the CPU_Count parameter in Oracle partitioning
Are you allowed to use the CPU_Count parameter in Oracle partitioning? Learn whether this is acceptable in this Q&A from Oracle licensing expert Scott Rosenberg. Answer
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Does performing an Oracle test install violate any license agreement?
Interested in performing an Oracle test install? Learn whether this violates any license agreement in this Q&A from Oracle licensing expert Scott Rosenberg. Answer
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Do I buy an extra license for an OAS to Fusion Middleware 11g upgrade?
Learn whether you need to buy an extra license when performing an upgrade from Oracle Application Server (OAS) to Oracle Fusion Middleware 11g for Forms and Reports in this tip from Oracle licensing expert Scott Rosenberg. Answer
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Licensing Dev and QA environments with Oracle SE in production
Do you need extra licenses for Dev and QA environments when you have Oracle Standard Edition (SE) in production? Learn about licensing Dev and QA environments in this tip from Oracle licensing expert Scott Rosenberg. Answer
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What is the required skill set for an Oracle RAC DBA?
Interested in becoming an Oracle RAC DBA? Learn about the necessary skill set and what kind of knowledge is necessary to work with Oracle RAC in this tip from an Oracle ACE director. Answer
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Why doesn’t Oracle documentation contain more detail on licensing?
Not finding Oracle documentation on licensing helpful? Expert Scott Rosenberg explains why Oracle licensing documentation may not give as much detail on licensing rules and guidance as you may like. Answer
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What are the best PL/SQL books?
Read Oracle expert Dan Clamage’s recommendations for PL/SQL books that allow readers to gain a basic understanding of PL/SQL, along with other places to find PL/SQL resources. Answer
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Do I need to buy an Oracle license for a development database?
Oracle licensing expert Scott Rosenberg explains when it's required to buy an Oracle license for a development database Ask the Expert
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10g
10g is Oracle's grid computing product group including (among other things) a database management system (DBMS) and an application server. In addition to supporting grid computing features such as resource sharing and automatic load balancing. (Conti... Definition
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responsibility
In an Oracle environment, a responsibility is a defined user right, similar to the word privilege in some other settings. Definition
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flexfield
In an Oracle environment, a flexfield is a database field that has flexibility built into it so that users can define reporting structures that are relevant to their specific organizations. Definition
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extent
An extent is a set of contiguous blocks allocated in a database. Definition
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row
In a database, a row (sometimes called a record) is the set of fields within a table that are relevant to a specific entity. Definition
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field
A field is an area in a fixed or known location in a unit of data such as a record, message header, or computer instruction that has a purpose and usually a fixed size. Definition
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foreign key (foreign keyword)
A foreign key, also called a foreign keyword, in a database table is a key from another table that refers to (or targets) a specific key, usually the primary key , in the table being used. Definition
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delimiter
In computer programming, a delimiter is a character that identifies the beginning or the end of a character string (a contiguous sequence of characters). Definition
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Z39.50
Z39.50 is a standard communications protocol for the search and retrieval of bibliographic data in online databases. Definition
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Margaret Wright on E-Business Suite R12, Mark Hurd and more
OAUG president Margaret Wright gives us straight talk on getting users up to speed on E-Business Suite, her meeting with Oracle's Mark Hurd and more. Video
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Margaret Wright: OAUG will stay the course
We got a chance to catch up with OAUG's president, Margaret Wright, at Collaborate 13. Find out what she shared with us about OAUG's direction. Video
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Why Oracle users should attend Collaborate with John Matelski of IOUG
Find out why IOUG President John Matelski is excited to attend Collaborate this year and learn how Oracle users can benefit from going. Podcast
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Reading the conference tea leaves with Oracle apps expert Floyd Teter
Floyd Teter, Oracle applications expert, tells us what he expects out of the 20th anniversary Collaborate conference, including news and memories. Podcast
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Why Ray Wang is excited about Collaborate 2013
Find out what analyst R 'Ray' Wang of Constellation Research is most excited about regarding the upcoming 2013 Oracle Collaborate conference. Podcast
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OAUG President Mark Clark describes two major Oracle applications challenges
Oracle Applications Users Group President Mark Clark talks about two major Oracle applications challenges: upgrades and finding talent. Video
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What managers should consider when starting a database scaling project
Learn about database scaling from Oracle consultant Don Burleson, who discusses the goals, costs and challenges of scaling an Oracle database in this podcast. Podcast
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Oracle Openworld 2009: Here's what to expect
IOUG President Ian Abramson discusses what to expect at Oracle OpenWorld 2009, including information on hot topics like Oracle 11g R2, Oracle Middleware 11g, and the Sun acquisition. Podcast
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SearchOracle.com podcasts
SearchOracle.com audio downloads and podcasts -- short interviews with leading authors and gurus on the most important issues in the Oracle world. Podcasts
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IOUG on 2009 Collaborate conference: what's hot, what's not
SearchOracle.com talks with Independent Oracle Users Group (IOUG) president Ian Abramson about what to expect at the 2009 Collaborate conference, the annual conference for Oracle applications and technology users. Podcasts
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Margaret Wright on E-Business Suite R12, Mark Hurd and more
OAUG president Margaret Wright gives us straight talk on getting users up to speed on E-Business Suite, her meeting with Oracle's Mark Hurd and more. Video
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Margaret Wright: OAUG will stay the course
We got a chance to catch up with OAUG's president, Margaret Wright, at Collaborate 13. Find out what she shared with us about OAUG's direction. Video
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Why Oracle users should attend Collaborate with John Matelski of IOUG
Find out why IOUG President John Matelski is excited to attend Collaborate this year and learn how Oracle users can benefit from going. Podcast
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Reading the conference tea leaves with Oracle apps expert Floyd Teter
Floyd Teter, Oracle applications expert, tells us what he expects out of the 20th anniversary Collaborate conference, including news and memories. Podcast
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Why Ray Wang is excited about Collaborate 2013
Find out what analyst R 'Ray' Wang of Constellation Research is most excited about regarding the upcoming 2013 Oracle Collaborate conference. Podcast
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Independent Oracle Users Group celebrates 20th anniversary
Independent Oracle Users Group President John Matelski argues for the value of an Oracle users group in today's day and age. Feature
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Oracle Day: A mix of Oracle career day, field trip and pep rally
Is going to Oracle Day worth the trip? If you're going for Oracle career networking, yes. But is the information useful? News
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OAUG President Mark Clark describes two major Oracle applications challenges
Oracle Applications Users Group President Mark Clark talks about two major Oracle applications challenges: upgrades and finding talent. Video
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Book excerpt: Effective MySQL Backup and Recovery
As a DBA, you need to create an effective strategy. How? Read this excerpt from Ronald Bradford's 'Effective MySQL: Backup and Recovery' to find out. Excerpt
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Where to look for Oracle DBA learning materials
Readers ask SearchOracle.com expert Brian Peasland where they can find learning materials for becoming a better Oracle database administrator. Answer
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