Master Oracle Database 12c Release 2’s powerful In-Memory option This Oracle Press guide shows, step-by-step, how to optimize database performance and cut transaction processing time using Oracle Database 12c Release 2 In-Memory. Oracle Database 12c Release 2 In-Memory: Tips and Techniques for Maximum Performance features hands-on instructions, best practices, and expert tips from an Oracle enterprise architect. You will learn how to deploy the software, use In-Memory Advisor, build queries, and interoperate with Oracle RAC and Multitenant. A complete chapter of case studies illustrates real-world applications. • Configure Oracle Database 12c and construct In-Memory enabled databases • Edit and control In-Memory options from the graphical interface • Implement In-Memory with Oracle Real Application Clusters • Use the In-Memory Advisor to determine what objects to keep In-Memory • Optimize In-Memory queries using groups, expressions, and aggregations • Maximize performance using Oracle Exadata Database Machine and In-Memory option • Use Swingbench to create data and simulate real-life system workloads

Master the Big Data Capabilities of Oracle R Enterprise Effectively manage your enterprise’s big data and keep complex processes running smoothly using the hands-on information contained in this Oracle Press guide. Oracle R Enterprise: Harnessing the Power of R in Oracle Database shows, step-by-step, how to create and execute large-scale predictive analytics and maintain superior performance. Discover how to explore and prepare your data, accurately model business processes, generate sophisticated graphics, and write and deploy powerful scripts. You will also find out how to effectively incorporate Oracle R Enterprise features in APEX applications, OBIEE dashboards, and Apache Hadoop systems. Learn to: • Install, configure, and administer Oracle R Enterprise • Establish connections and move data to the database • Create Oracle R Enterprise packages and functions • Use the R language to work with data in Oracle Database • Build models using ODM, ORE, and other algorithms • Develop and deploy R scripts and use the R script repository • Execute embedded R scripts and employ ORE SQL API functions • Map and manipulate data using Oracle R Advanced Analytics for Hadoop • Use ORE in Oracle Data Miner, OBIEE, and other applications

Succeed in managing Oracle Application Express (APEX) environments. This book focuses on creating the right combination of scalability, high-availability, backup and recovery, integrity, and resource control. The book covers everything from simple to enterprise-class deployments, with emphasis on enterprise-level requirements and coverage of cloud and hybrid-cloud scenarios. Many books cover how to develop applications in Oracle APEX. It's a tool with a fast-growing user-base as developers come to know how quick and easy it is to create new applications that run in a browser. However, just getting an application off the ground is only a small part of a bigger picture. Applications must be supported. They must be available when users need them. They must be robust against disaster and secure against malicious attack. These are the issues addressed in . These are the issues that when tackled successfully lead to long term success in using Oracle APEX as a rapid application-development toolset. Oracle Application Express Administration Readers of this book learn how to install the Oracle APEX engine in support of small-scale projects such as at the departmental level, and in support of enterprise-level projects accessed by thousands of users across dozens of time zones. Readers learn to take advantage of Oracle Database's underlying feature set in regards to application scalability and performance, integrity, security, high-availability, and robustness against failure and data loss. also describes different cloud solutions, integration with Oracle E-Business Suite, and helps in taking advantage of multitenancy in Oracle Database 12c and beyond. Oracle Application Express Administration Covers important enterprise considerations such as scalability, robustness, high-availability. Describes cloud-based application deployment scenarios Focuses on creating the right deployment environment for long-term success What You Will Learn Install, upgrade, and configure robust APEX environments Back up and recover APEX applications and their data Monitor and tune the APEX engine and its applications Benefit from new administration features in APEX 5.0 Run under multi-tenant architecture in Oracle Database 12c Manage the use of scarce resources with Resource Manager Secure your data with advanced security features Build high-availability into your APEX deployments Integrate APEX with Oracle E-Business Suite Who This Book Is For Architects, administrators, and developers who want to better understand how APEX works in a corporate environment. Readers will use this book to design deployment architectures around Oracle Database strengths like multi-tenancy, resource management, and high availability. The book is also useful to administrators responsible for installation and upgrade, backup and recovery, and the ongoing monitoring of the APEX engine and the applications built upon it.

Master the Powerful Multitenant Features of Oracle Database 12c Govern a scalable, extensible, and highly available enterprise database environment using the practical information contained in this Oracle Press guide. Written by a team of Oracle Masters, Oracle Database 12c Release 2 Multitenant shows, step-by-step, how to deploy and manage multitenant configurations across IT frameworks of all types and sizes. Find out how to create databases, work with PDBs and CDBs, administer Oracle Net Services, and automate administrative tasks. Backup and recovery, security, and advanced multitenant options are covered in complete detail. Learn how to: • Build high-performance multitenant Oracle databases • Create single-tenant, multitenant, and application containers • Establish network connections and manage services • Handle security using authentication, authorization, and encryption • Back up and restore your mission-critical data • Work with point-in-time recovery and Oracle Flashback • Move data and replicate and clone databases • Work with Oracle’s Resource Manager and Data Guard

Learn to build and implement a robust Oracle E-Business Suite system using the new release, EBS 12.2. This hands-on, real-world guide explains the rationale for using an Oracle E-Business Suite environment in a business enterprise and covers the major technology stack changes from EBS version 11i through R12.2. You will learn to build up an EBS environment from a simple single-node installation to a complex multi-node high available setup. Practical Oracle E-Business Suite focuses on release R12.2, but key areas in R12.1 are also covered wherever necessary. Detailed instructions are provided for the installation of EBS R12.2 in single and multi-node configurations, the logic and methodology used in EBS patching, and cloning of EBS single-node and complex multi-node environments configured with RAC. This book also provides information on FMW used in EBS 12.2, as well as performance tuning and EBS 12.2 on engineered system implementations. Understand Oracle EBS software and the underlying technology stack components Install/configure Oracle E-Business Suite R12.2 in simple and HA complex setups Manage Oracle EBS 12.2 Use online patching (adop) for Installation of Oracle EBS patches Clone an EBS environment in simple and complex configurations Perform and tune Oracle EBS in all layers (Application/DB/OS/NW) Secure E-Business Suite R12.2 Who This Book Is For: Developers, data architects, and data scientists looking to integrate the most successful big data open stack architecture and how to choose the correct technology in every layer

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Take a simple approach to learning the Oracle GoldenGate product. This approach provides the in-depth perspective of GoldenGate from an implementer's viewpoint; however, also addresses why the management viewpoint is important as well. Your journey through this book includes and architecture discussion of GoldenGate and the benefits of purchasing GoldenGate from a management perspective. Then the book quickly moves into advanced implementation components associated with GoldenGate. You'll find many use-cases and instructions throughout the book to help with everything from easy to complex GoldenGate implementations. An Oracle GoldenGate implementation generally consists of a group project, involving both business and technical resources. provides the viewpoint from the DBA's vantage point. This approach provides the components of who, what, why, when, and how in defining the implementation and support of a GoldenGate project. The success of most technical projects require the support of multiple resource groups, and Pro Oracle GoldenGate for the DBA supplies the insight for the DBA member to understand the implementation and support process. Pro Oracle GoldenGate for the DBA Takes you through justification, installation, and support. Provides the DBA perspective toward a successful a result. Covers from basic toward increasingly advanced implementations What You Will Learn Understand the core architecture of data replication using Oracle GoldenGate Implement a one-way setup of a classic capture and an integrated capture and replication Design, architect and implement a multi-master replication model Replicate unsupported data types using tokens Manage and troubleshoot multiple GoldenGate implementations New features of GoldenGate supported in Oracle 12c Who this Book is For Pro Oracle GoldenGate for the DBA is aimed squarely at Oracle database administrators who find themselves involved in GoldenGate integration projects. The book provides the DBA view into such projects, helping database administrators toward successful implementations and solid business results.

Oracle Database 12c Security Cookbook is your essential guide to mastering the security features in Oracle Database 12c. Through a clear and practical approach, this book provides step-by-step recipes to secure your database against contemporary vulnerabilities, ensuring that your data remains safe and protected. What this Book will help me do Identify and apply the right security strategies for various Oracle Database use cases. Understand and implement Oracle Data Redaction and Virtual Private Database to protect sensitive data. Utilize privilege analysis to strengthen database security and reduce attack surfaces. Set up and enforce unified auditing to monitor user activities effectively. Learn the best practices for multi-layer database security strategies in real-world scenarios. Author(s) Maja Veselica and Zoran Pavlovic are experienced database administrators and architects with years of expertise in Oracle Database environments. They bring a meticulous and holistic approach to troubleshooting and solution development. Through their books, they aim to empower professionals with the tools and knowledge needed to excel in database management. Who is it for? This book is perfect for database administrators, developers, and architects who want a practical guide on securing Oracle Database 12c. Beginners can grasp fundamental security concepts, whereas intermediate practitioners will gain insights into advanced topics. It's ideal for those striving to implement robust security measures in their Oracle environments.

An Expert Guide for Solving Complex Oracle Database Problems delivers comprehensive, practical, and up-to-date advice for running the Oracle Database reliably and efficiently in complex production environments. Seven leading Oracle experts have brought together an unmatched collection of proven solutions, hands-on examples, and step-by-step tips for Oracle Database 12 Oracle Database Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Handbook c, 11 g, and other recent versions of Oracle Database. Every solution is crafted to help experienced Oracle DBAs and DMAs understand and fix serious problems as rapidly as possible. The authors cover LOB segments, UNDO tablespaces, high GC buffer wait events, poor query response times, latch contention, indexing, XA distributed transactions, RMAN backup/recovery, and much more. They also offer in-depth coverage of a wide range of topics, including DDL optimization, VLDB tuning, database forensics, adaptive cursor sharing, data pumps, data migration, SSDs, indexes, and how to go about fixing Oracle RAC problems. Learn how to Choose the quickest path to solve high-impact problems Use modern best practices to make your day more efficient and predictable Construct your “Call 9-1-1 plan” for future database emergencies Proactively perform maintenance to improve your environment’s stability Save time with industry-standard tools and scripts Register your product at informit.com/register for convenient access to downloads, updates, and corrections as they become available.

This authoritative Oracle Press resource on RMAN has been thoroughly revised to cover every new feature, offering the most up-to-date information This fully updated volume lays out the easiest, fastest, and most effective methods of deploying RMAN in Oracle Database environments of any size. Keeping with previous editions, this book teaches computing professionals at all skill levels how to fully leverage every powerful RMAN tool and protect mission-critical data. Oracle Database 12c RMAN Backup and Recovery explains how to generate reliable archives and carry out successful system restores. You will learn to work from the command line or GUI, automate the database backup process, perform Oracle Flashback recoveries, and deploy third-party administration utilities. The book features full details on cloud computing, report generation, performance tuning, and security. Offers up-to-date coverage of Oracle Database 12 c new features Examples and workshops throughout walk you through important RMAN operations

Whether you’re new to Oracle or an old hand who’s yet to test the waters of APEX, Beginning Oracle Application Express 5 introduces the processes and best practices you’ll need to become proficient with APEX. The book shows off the programming environment, the utilities and tools available, and then continues by walking through the process of building a working system from the ground up. All code is documented and explained so that those new to the languages will not be lost. After reading this book, power users and programmers alike can quickly put together robust and scalable applications for use by one person, by a department, by an entire company. Beginning Oracle Application Express 5 introduces version 5 of the popular and productive Oracle Application Express development platform. Called APEX for short, the platform enables rapid and easy development of web-based applications that make full use of Oracle Database. The release of APEX 5 brings major new changes to the page builder, an enhanced universal theme, better RESTful web services support, enhanced application packaging, and the many redesigned wizards give a new and fresh feel to the user interface. • Covers brand-new functionality in APEX 5 • Provides fully documented and explained example code • Guides you through creating a working and fully deployable application

Dive into the world of Oracle SOA Suite 12c administration with this comprehensive guide. You'll learn all the core administrative tasks, including deployments, monitoring, and performance tuning, along with setting up clusters for high availability. This book offers practical step-by-step guidance to help you effectively manage your SOA environment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. What this Book will help me do Effectively deploy and promote SOA composite applications in Oracle SOA Suite 12c. Monitor services and troubleshoot issues to maintain operational stability. Configure and administer key components like the dehydration store and Oracle Enterprise Scheduler. Set up high availability clusters and deploy robust disaster recovery solutions. Optimize system performance through advanced tuning techniques and best practices. Author(s) The authors, None Pareek, None Dost, and Ahmed Aboulnaga, bring a wealth of experience in Oracle SOA administration. Their combined expertise spans years of industry practice in designing, managing, and optimizing Oracle solutions. Their approach to writing is based on practical guidance and real-world applications, making complex topics accessible and actionable. Who is it for? This book is perfect for administrators of Oracle SOA Suite 12c, ranging from novices who need a comprehensive introduction to experienced professionals looking for advanced tips. It serves those managing middleware infrastructures, especially if your goal is to improve reliability, performance, and scalability of SOA services. If you're seeking to enhance your administration skills with Oracle SOA Suite, this book is for you.

Deliver continuous access to timely and accurate BI across your enterprise using the detailed information in this Oracle Press guide. Through clear explanations and practical examples, a team of Oracle experts shows how to assimilate data from disparate sources into a single, unified view. Find out how to transform data in real time, handle replication and migration, and deploy Oracle Data Integrator and Oracle GoldenGate. Oracle Data Integration: Tools for Harnessing Data offers complete coverage of the latest “big data” hardware and software solutions . · Efficiently move data both inside and outside an Oracle environment · Map sources to database fields using Data Merge and ETL · Export schema through transportable tablespaces and Oracle Data Pump · Capture and apply changes across heterogeneous systems with Oracle GoldenGate · Seamlessly exchange information between databases using Oracle Data Integrator · Correct errors and maximize quality through data cleansing and validation · Plan and execute successful Oracle Database migrations and replications · Handle high-volume transactions with Oracle Big Data Appliance, Oracle NoSQL, and third-party utilities

Unlock the full potential of Oracle's API Management Solution 12c with this comprehensive guide. Through a practical case study, you'll master how to implement API strategies, develop and manage APIs, and leverage Oracle's tools for API governance and community management. This book equips you with the knowledge needed to align API functionality with business goals. What this Book will help me do Master the principles of API management and the differences between API Management and SOA Governance. Learn how to define and implement an API management strategy aligned with business drivers. Understand the intricacies of Oracle's API Management Solution components: OAC, OAPIM, and OAG. Explore hands-on use cases for applying API management in organizational scenarios. Acquire skills in deploying Oracle API Management products with tips for real-world implementation. Author(s) None Carrasco is an experienced technical architect specializing in SOA Governance and API Management. With a career dedicated to exploring Oracle's solutions, they bring hands-on expertise in applying technical concepts to solve real-world problems. Known for their clear and structured teaching, None ensures readers gain practical knowledge to drive value through technology. Who is it for? This book is ideal for Enterprise Architects, Solution Architects, Technical Architects, and API consultants seeking to deepen their understanding of API management with the Oracle 12c suite. If you're familiar with basic IT infrastructure concepts and looking to integrate business priorities with API development processes, this guide is tailored for you.

Pro Oracle Fusion Applications is your one-stop source for help with installing Oracle's Fusion Applications suite in your on-premise environment. It also aids in the monitoring and ongoing administration of your Fusion environment. Author Tushar Thakker is widely known for his writings and expertise on Oracle Fusion Applications, and now he brings his accumulated wisdom to you in the form of this convenient handbook. Provisioning an Oracle Fusion Applications infrastructure is a daunting task. You'll have to plan a suitable topology and install the required database, an enterprise-wide identity management solution, and the applications themselves—all while working with a wide variety of people who may not always be accustomed to working together. Pro Oracle Fusion Applications provides a path to success that you won't want to be without. Beyond installation, Pro Oracle Fusion Applications provides excellent guidance on managing, monitoring, diagnostics, and troubleshooting your environment. The book also covers patching, a mundane but essential task that must be done regularly to keep your installation protected and running smoothly. The comprehensive and wide-ranging coverage makes Pro Oracle Fusion Applications an important book for anyone with responsibility for installation and ongoing management of an Oracle Fusion Applications installation.

Master Oracle SOA Suite 12 c Design, implement, manage, and maintain a highly flexible service-oriented computing infrastructure across your enterprise using the detailed information in this Oracle Press guide. Written by an Oracle ACE director, Oracle SOA Suite 12c Handbook uses a start-to-finish case study to illustrate each concept and technique. Learn expert techniques for designing and implementing components, assembling composite applications, integrating Java, handling complex business logic, and maximizing code reuse. Runtime administration, governance, and security are covered in this practical resource. Get started with the Oracle SOA Suite 12 c development and run time environment Deploy and manage SOA composite applications Expose SOAP/XML REST/JSON through Oracle Service Bus Establish interactions through adapters for Database, JMS, File/FTP, UMS, LDAP, and Coherence Embed custom logic using Java and the Spring component Perform fast data analysis in real time with Oracle Event Processor Implement Event Drive Architecture based on the Event Delivery Network (EDN) Use Oracle Business Rules to encapsulate logic and automate decisions Model complex processes using BPEL, BPMN, and human task components Establish KPIs and evaluate performance using Oracle Business Activity Monitoring Control traffic, audit system activity, and encrypt sensitive data

This Oracle Press certification exam guide prepares you for the new Oracle Database 12 c certification track, including the core requirements for OCA and OCP certification. OCA/OCP Oracle Database 12c All-in-One Exam Guide (Exams 1Z0-061, 1Z0-062, & 1Z0-063) covers all of the exam objectives on the Installation and Administration, SQL Fundamentals, and Advanced Administration exams in detail. Each chapter includes examples, practice questions, Inside the Exam sections highlighting key exam topics, a chapter summary, and a two-minute drill to reinforce essential knowledge. 300+ practice exam questions match the format, topics, and difficulty of the real exam. Electronic content includes interactive practice exam software with hundreds of questions that include detailed answers and explanations, and a score report performance assessment tool Ideal as both exam guide and on-the-job reference The most comprehensive single preparation tool for the Oracle Database 12 c OCA and OCP certification exams

Expert Oracle Exadata, 2nd Edition opens up the internals of Oracle's Exadata platform so that you can fully benefit from the most performant and scalable database hardware appliance capable of running Oracle Database. This edition is fully-updated to cover Exadata 5-2 and Oracle Database 12c. If you're new to Exadata, you'll soon learn that it embodies a change in how you think about and manage relational databases. A key part of that change lies in the concept of offloading SQL processing to the storage layer. In addition there is Oracle's engineering effort in creating a powerful platform for both consolidation and transaction processing. The resulting value proposition in the form of Exadata has truly been a game-changer. Expert Oracle Exadata, 2nd Edition provides a look at the internals and how the combination of hardware and software that comprise Exadata actually work. Authors include Martin Bach, Andy Colvin, and Frits Hoogland, with contributions from Karl Arao, and built on the foundation laid by Kerry Osborne, Randy Johnson, and Tanel Poder in the first edition. They share their real-world experience gained through a great many Exadata implementations, possibly more than any other group of experts today. Always their goal is toward helping you advance your career through success with Exadata in your own environment. This book is intended for readers who want to understand what makes the platform tick and for whom—"how" it does what it is does is as important as what it does. By being exposed to the features that are unique to Exadata, you will gain an understanding of the mechanics that will allow you to fully benefit from the advantages that the platform provides. This book changes how you think about managing SQL performance and processing. It provides a roadmap to successful Exadata implementation. And it removes the "black box" mystique. You'll learn how Exadata actually works and be better able to manage your Exadata engineered systems in support of your business. This book: Changes the way you think about managing SQL performance and processing Provides a roadmap to successful Exadata implementation Removes the "black box" mystique, showing how Exadata actually works

Expert Oracle Application Express, 2nd Edition is newly updated for APEX 5.0 and brings deep insight from some of the best APEX practitioners in the field today. You'll learn about important features in APEX 5.0, and how those can be applied to make your development work easier and with greater impact on your business. Oracle Application Express (APEX) is an entirely web-based development framework that is built into every edition of Oracle Database. The framework rests upon Oracle’s powerful PL/SQL language, enabling power users and developers to rapidly develop applications that easily scale to hundreds, even thousands of concurrent users. APEX has seen meteoric growth and is becoming the tool of choice for ad-hoc application development in the enterprise. The many authors of Expert Oracle Application Express, 2nd Edition build their careers around APEX. They know what it takes to make the product sing—developing secure applications that can be deployed globally to users inside and outside a large enterprise. The authors come together in this book to share some of their deepest and most powerful insights into solving the difficult problems surrounding globalization, configuration and lifecycle management, and more. New in this edition for APEX 5.0 is coverage of Oracle REST Data Services, map integration, jQuery with APEX, and the new Page Designer. You’ll learn about debugging and performance, deep secrets to customizing your application user interface, how to secure applications from intrusion, and about deploying globally in multiple languages. Expert Oracle Application Express, 2nd Edition is truly a book that will move you and your skillset a big step towards the apex of Application Express development. Contains all-new content on Oracle REST Data Services, jQuery in APEX, and map integration Addresses globalization and other concerns of enterprise-level development Shows how to customize APEX for your own application needs

Master Oracle GoldenGate 12c to manage high-volume data replication and integration in real time. This guide provides you with comprehensive knowledge and skills to optimize database processes through GoldenGate's capabilities. What this Book will help me do Install and configure Oracle GoldenGate 12c within your environment effectively. Leverage GoldenGate's high-availability features for robust system setups. Optimize replication processes with advanced configuration and performance tuning techniques. Troubleshoot common GoldenGate issues to ensure seamless operations. Apply best practices for GoldenGate in enterprise database architectures. Author(s) John P Jeffries, the author of this guide, is a seasoned Oracle database consultant with over a decade of experience specializing in high-availability architectures and data replication. His mission is to make complex systems accessible through clear and detailed instructional writing. Who is it for? This book is designed for Oracle database administrators wanting to integrate GoldenGate into their architecture. Ideal for solution architects building robust systems and project managers overseeing database projects. A basic understanding of Oracle databases is assumed, but no prior knowledge of GoldenGate is required.

Beginning Oracle Database 12c Administration is your entry point into a successful and satisfying career as an Oracle Database Administrator. The chapters of this book are logically organized into four parts closely tracking the way your database administration career will naturally evolve. Part 1 "Database Concepts" gives necessary background in relational database theory and Oracle Database concepts, Part 2 "Database Implementation" teaches how to implement an Oracle database correctly, Part 3 "Database Support" exposes you to the daily routine of a database administrator, and Part 4 "Database Tuning" introduces the fine art of performance tuning. Beginning Oracle Database 12c Administration provides information that you won't find in other books on Oracle Database. You'll discover not only technical information, but also guidance on work practices that are as vital to your success as are your technical skills. The author's favorite chapter is "The Big Picture and the Ten Deliverables." (It is the editor’s favorite chapter too!) If you take the lessons in that chapter to heart, you can quickly become a much better Oracle database administrator than you ever thought possible. You will grasp the key aspects of theory behind relational database management systems and learn how to: Install and configure an Oracle database, and ensure that it’s properly licensed; Execute common management tasks in a Linux environment; Defend against data loss by implementing sound backup and recovery practices; and Improve database and query performance.

This new edition of Understanding Oracle APEX 5 Application Development shows APEX developers how to build practical, non-trivial web applications. The book introduces the world of APEX properties, explaining the functionality supported by each page component as well as the techniques developers use to achieve that functionality. The book is targeted at those who are new to APEX and just beginning to develop real projects for production deployment. Reading the book and working the examples will leave you in a good position to build good-looking, highly-functional, web applications. Topics include: conditional formatting, user-customized reports, data entry forms, concurrency and lost updates, and updatable reports. Accompanying the book is a demo web application that illustrates each concept mentioned in the book. Specific attention is given in the book to the thought process involved in choosing and assembling APEX components and features to deliver a specific result. Understanding Oracle APEX 5 Application Development is the ideal book to take you from an understanding of the individual pieces of APEX to an understanding of how those pieces are assembled into polished applications. Teaches how to develop non-trivial APEX applications. Provides deep understanding of APEX functionality. Shows the techniques needed for customization.

The definitive reference for every Oracle DBA—completely updated for Oracle Database 12 c Oracle Database 12c DBA Handbook is the quintessential tool for the DBA with an emphasis on the big picture—enabling administrators to achieve effective and efficient database management. Fully revised to cover every new feature and utility, this Oracle Press guide shows how to harness cloud capability, perform a new installation, upgrade from previous versions, configure hardware and software, handle backup and recovery, and provide failover capability. The newly revised material features high-level and practical content on cloud integration, storage management, performance tuning, information management, and the latest on a completely revised security program. Shows how to administer a scalable, flexible Oracle enterprise database Includes new chapters on cloud integration, new security capabilities, and other cutting-edge features All code and examples available online

The Practical, Authoritative, 360-Degree Technical Guide to Oracle Exadata: From Setup to Administration, Optimization, Tuning, and Troubleshooting The blazingly fast Oracle Exadata Database Machine is being embraced by thousands of large-scale users worldwide: by governments, the military, enterprise organizations, cloud service providers, and anyone who needs extreme performance. Now, provides authoritative guidance to running Oracle Exadata with maximum reliability, effectiveness, performance, and efficiency. Oracle Exadata Expert’s Handbook Six renowned Oracle technology experts have brought together core technical information, experience, best practices, and insider tips in a concise reference. Covering both 11 g and 12 c versions of Oracle Exadata software, they deliver hands-on coverage of best practices, setup, migration, monitoring, administration, performance tuning, and troubleshooting. Whether you’re an Oracle Exadata DBA, DMA, architect, or manager, you need these insights. Get a 360-degree overview of the Oracle Exadata Database Machine Efficiently deploy RAC within the Oracle Exadata ecosystem Fully leverage Storage Cell’s extraordinary performance, via Offloading, Smart Scans, and Hybrid Columnar Compression Manage Exadata with OEM 12 c: perform setup, configuration, asset/target discovery, and day-to-day administration Tune Oracle Exadata for even better performance Perform Exadata Backup/Recovery/DR with RMAN and Data Guard Migrate to Oracle Exadata from other platforms Use Oracle Exadata with the ZFS Storage Appliance Consolidate within the Exadata Database Cloud

This comprehensive book dives deep into designing and implementing process-driven systems using Oracle BPM and SOA Suite 12c. You'll explore best practices, design principles, and practical techniques to create flexible and sustainable architectures for business processes. What this Book will help me do Model business processes and architectures effectively with BPM and SOA principles. Apply BPMN for creating executable business processes that meet organizational needs. Design reusable services and composite applications that optimize backend systems. Implement advanced human interaction techniques including Adaptive Case Management. Monitor business processes using Business Activity Monitoring to analyze key performance indicators. Author(s) Matjaz B. Juric and his co-authors bring years of expertise in BPM and SOA technologies, backed by real-world experience in designing and implementing enterprise-grade architectural solutions. They convey their knowledge through structured and accessible content aimed to empower technical professionals. Who is it for? This book is ideal for BPM and SOA professionals including architects and developers, as well as business analysts looking to deepen their technical expertise. Suitable for all levels, it provides insights into both entry-level and advanced topics, ensuring applicability for varied skill sets.