Dive deep into advanced Oracle database administration with this comprehensive course. You'll gain mastery over RMAN operations, database duplication, flashback recovery, and patch management, all critical for ensuring database resilience and efficiency. With hands-on labs, you'll build practical skills in backup, recovery, and automation techniques.
Advanced Oracle Database Administration
Advanced Oracle Database Administration
This course is part of Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero Specialization
Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors
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14 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Master RMAN for backup, recovery, and duplication in multitenant databases.
Utilize Oracle utilities like Data Pump and SQL Loader for efficient data management.
Implement ASM for optimized storage and configure Flashback Database for point-in-time recovery.
Upgrade Oracle databases and apply critical patches with confidence.
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There are 9 modules in this course
In this module, we will explore the advanced usage of RMAN in Oracle Multitenant Databases. This includes backup and recovery strategies tailored for CDBs and PDBs, practical exercises to apply these skills, and techniques for duplicating databases in various scenarios. You’ll gain expertise in recovery operations and automation techniques, enhancing your multitenant database management capabilities.
What's included
10 videos2 readings1 assignment
In this module, we will delve deeper into RMAN's advanced features, including the Recovery Catalog and the Data Recovery Advisor. You’ll learn to streamline backup and recovery tasks with stored scripts, manage recovery catalogs, and utilize the Data Recovery Advisor for proactive issue resolution. Hands-on exercises will reinforce your understanding of these critical tools for database resilience.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore Oracle's Flashback Database feature, which allows you to perform rapid point-in-time recoveries. You will learn how to configure Flashback Database, execute Flashback operations, and manage restore points. Through practical exercises, you’ll gain hands-on experience to confidently use Flashback for minimizing downtime during recovery scenarios.
What's included
3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore essential Oracle database utilities, including Data Pump, SQL Loader, and External Tables. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of these tools to streamline data movement and access external data. Hands-on practice will enable you to master these utilities for real-world data management challenges.
What's included
12 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on automating database tasks using Oracle Scheduler. You’ll learn to create and manage scheduled jobs, set up custom workflows, and monitor their execution. Practical exercises will enhance your ability to automate and optimize routine database operations effectively.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore the ADR Command Interpreter (ADRCI) and its role in diagnosing Oracle database issues. You’ll gain hands-on experience in analyzing incidents, packaging diagnostic data, and maintaining the ADR repository to ensure database stability and performance.
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3 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover the process of applying patches to Oracle databases. You’ll learn to identify patch types, understand patching strategies, and perform patch application using OPatch. Practical exercises will guide you in maintaining database security and stability through proper patch management.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will explore Automatic Storage Management (ASM), Oracle’s high-performance storage management solution. You’ll learn to configure and manage ASM environments, migrate databases to ASM, and perform essential maintenance tasks. Hands-on practice will prepare you to leverage ASM for efficient and reliable database storage management.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will focus on upgrading Oracle databases to newer versions. You’ll explore different upgrade methods, prepare databases for upgrades, and perform hands-on exercises to upgrade both databases and grid infrastructure. This module will equip you with the skills needed for successful Oracle database upgrades.
What's included
5 videos1 reading2 assignments
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