Abstract Oracle Database 12c Release 1 running on Linux is available for deployment on IBM® LinuxONE. The enterprise-grade Linux on LinuxONE solution is designed to add value to Oracle Database solutions, including the new functions that are introduced in Oracle Database 12c. In this IBM Redbooks® publication, we explore the IBM and Oracle Alliance and describe how Oracle Database benefits from LinuxONE. We then explain how to set up Linux guests to install Oracle Database 12c. We also describe how to use the Oracle Enterprise Manager Cloud Control Agent to manage Oracle Database 12c Release 1. We also describe a successful consolidation project from sizing to migration, performance management topics, and high availability. Finally, we end with a chapter about surrounding Oracle with Open Source software. The audience for this publication includes database consultants, installers, administrators, and system programmers. This publication is not meant to replace Oracle documentation, but to supplement it with our experiences while installing and using Oracle products.

This Oracle Press guide shows how to build and deploy powerful Web applications with Oracle Application Express and features full coverage of the latest version, APEX 5.0 This comprehensive volume from Oracle Press offers up-to-date coverage of Oracle Application Express (APEX), Oracle’s rapid development tool for the Web developer. APEX is an entirely Web-based framework that comes built into every edition of Oracle Database—its backbone is Oracle’s powerful PL/SQL language, alongside the most advanced Web development technologies like HTML5, mobile development, and full support of CSS and JavaScript. APEX enables anyone—from novice user to seasoned developer—to easily create Web applications that are powerful, reliable, and highly scalable. Oracle Application Express: Build Powerful Data‐Centric Web Apps lays out basic information about APEX concepts before delving into the unparalleled power of the platform and describing the new features in version 5.0. You will discover how to install and configure APEX, work with the Application Builder and Page Designer, use built-in wizards, and design custom Web apps. Teaches the cleanest and fastest builds for high-performance, secure web applications Shows how to effectively migrate legacy applications into a modern Web-based environment Authored by early adopters of APEX 5.0 who have been active in the APEX community for years

Leverage the New and Improved Features of Oracle Database 12c Written by Oracle experts Bob Bryla and Robert G. Freeman, this Oracle Press guide describes the myriad new and enhanced capabilities available in the latest Oracle Database release. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to know to get up and running quickly on Oracle Database 12c Release 2. Supported by contributions from Oracle expert Eric Yen, Oracle Database 12c Release 2 New Features offers detailed coverage of: • Installing Oracle Database 12c and Grid Infrastructure • Architectural changes, such as Oracle Multitenant • The most current information on upgrading and migrating to Oracle Database 12c • The pre-upgrade information tool and parallel processing for database upgrades • Oracle Real Application Clusters new features, such as Oracle Flex Cluster, Oracle Flex Automatic Storage Management, and Oracle Automatic Storage Management Cluster File System • Enhanced and new online operations: tables, indexes, and PDBs • Oracle RMAN enhancements, including cross-platform backup and recovery • Oracle Data Guard improvements, such as Fast Sync, and Oracle Active Data Guard new features, such as Far Sync • SQL, PL/SQL, DML, and DDL new features • Improvements to partitioning manageability, performance, and availability • Advanced business intelligence and data warehousing capabilities • Security enhancements, including privileges analysis, data redaction, and new administrative-level privileges • Manageability, performance, and optimization improvements

Proven Database Optimization Solutions―Fully Updated for Oracle Database 12c Release 2 Systematically identify and eliminate database performance problems with help from Oracle Certified Master Richard Niemiec. Filled with real-world case studies and best practices, Oracle Database 12c Release 2 Performance Tuning Tips and Techniques details the latest monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization methods. Find out how to identify and fix bottlenecks on premises and in the cloud, configure storage devices, execute effective queries, and develop bug-free SQL and PL/SQL code. Testing, reporting, and security enhancements are also covered in this Oracle Press guide. • Properly index and partition Oracle Database 12c Release 2 • Work effectively with Oracle Cloud, Oracle Exadata, and Oracle Enterprise Manager • Efficiently manage disk drives, ASM, RAID arrays, and memory • Tune queries with Oracle SQL hints and the Trace utility • Troubleshoot databases using V$ views and X$ tables • Create your first cloud database service and prepare for hybrid cloud • Generate reports using Oracle’s Statspack and Automatic Workload Repository tools • Use sar, vmstat, and iostat to monitor operating system statistics

Learn all of the available upgrade and migration methods in detail to move to Oracle Database version 12c. You will become familiar with database upgrade best practices to complete the upgrade in an effective manner and understand the Oracle Database 12c patching process. So it’s time to upgrade Oracle Database to version 12c and you need to choose the appropriate method while considering issues such as downtime. This book explains all of the available upgrade and migration methods so you can choose the one that suits your environment. You will be aware of the practical issues and proactive measures to take to upgrade successfully and reduce unexpected issues. With every release of Oracle Database there are new features and fixes to bugs identified in previous versions. As each release becomes obsolete, existing databases need to be upgraded. explains each method along with its strategy, requirements, steps, and known issues that have been seen so far. This book also compares the methods to help you choose the proper method according to your constraints. Oracle Database Upgrade and Migration Methods Also included in this book: Pre-requisite patches and pre-upgrade steps Patching to perform changes at the binary and database level to apply bug fixes What You Will Learn: Understand the need and importance of database upgrading and migration Be aware of the challenges associated with database upgrade decision making Compare all upgrade/migration methods Become familiar with database upgrade best practices and recommendations Understand database upgrade concepts in high availability and multi-tenant environments Know the database downgrade steps in case the upgraded database isn’t compatible with the environment Discover the features and benefits to the organization when it moves from the old database version to the latest database version Understand Oracle 12c patching concepts Who This Book Is For: Core database administrators, solution architects, business consultants, and database architects

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

Speed up the execution of important database queries by making good choices about which indexes to create. Choose correct index types for different scenarios. Avoid indexing pitfalls that can actually have indexes hurting performance rather than helping. Maintain indexes so as to provide consistent and predictable query response over the lifetime of an application. is about the one database structure at the heart of almost all performance concerns: the index. Database system performance is one of the top concerns in information technology today. Administrators struggle to keep up with the explosion of access and activity driven by the proliferation of computing into everything from phones to tablets to PCs in our increasingly connected world. At the heart of any good-performing database lies a sound indexing strategy that makes appropriate use of indexing, and especially of the vendor-specific indexing features on offer. Expert Oracle Indexing and Access Paths Few databases fully exploit the wealth of data access mechanisms provided by Oracle. helps by bringing together information on indexing and how to use it into one blissfully short volume that you can read quickly and have at your fingertips for reference. Learn the different types of indexes available and when each is best applied. Recognize when queries aren't using indexes as you intend. Manage your indexing for maximum performance. Confidently use the In Memory column store feature as an alternate access path to improve performance. Let Expert Indexing in Oracle Database 12c be your guide to deep mastery of the most fundamental performance optimization structure in Oracle Database. Expert Oracle Indexing and Access Paths Explains how indexes help performance, and sometimes hinder it too Demystifies the various index choices so that you can chose rightly Describes the database administration chores associated with indexes Demonstrates the use of the In Memory column store as an alternate access path to the data What You Will Learn Create an overall indexing strategy to guide your decisions Choose the correct indexing mechanisms for your applications Manage and maintain indices to avoid degradation and preserve efficiency Take better advantage of underused index types such as index-organized tables Choose the appropriate columns to index, with confidence Blend partitioning and materialized views into your indexing strategy Who This Book Is For All levels of database administrators and application developers who are struggling with the database performance and scalability challenge. Any database administrator involved with indexing, which is any database administrator period, will appreciate the wealth of advice packed into this gem of a book.

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.