Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL
- What is PL/SQL?
- Advantages of using PL/SQL
Basic Structure of a PL/SQL Block
- Anonymous blocks
- Named blocks
Variables and Data Types
- Declaration of variables
- Syntax and rules
- Data types in PL/SQL
- Using variables in PL/SQL blocks
Control Structures
- IF-THEN-ELSE
- CASE statements
- FOR loops
- WHILE loops
Stored Procedures and Functions
- Creating and running stored procedures
- Syntax and examples
- Input and output parameters
- Creating and executing functions in PL/SQL
- Syntax and examples
- Usage in SQL statements
Cursors
- Explicit cursors
- Implicit cursors
- Fetching data
- Cursor attributes
Exception Handling
- Predefined exceptions
- User-defined exceptions
- Using TRY-CATCH blocks
Transaction Control
- Transaction control in PL/SQL
- Using nested blocks and transactions
- Managing nested transactions
- Creating and using savepoints
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Strong vs. weak REF CURSOR
- Usage scenarios
Triggers
- Creating triggers
- Types of triggers
- Using triggers for auditing
Packages in PL/SQL
- Creation
- Specification
- Implementation
- Execution
- Invocation
- Real-world application
- Code walkthrough
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of SQL
- Understanding of database schemas, tables, and relationships
Audience
- Database administrators
- Database developers
- Software developers
- Data analysts
Testimonials (5)
The PL/SQL session basics. I used PL/SQL but never got the basics of it and this course helped me a lot understand PL/SQL queries.
Stefan-Andrei
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
Very balanced training and practice oriented, very glad that I had the virtual machine and was able to work in parallel with trainer the exercises
Robert
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
Trainer was patient with us and he made sure we understood each section before moving forward.
RONIKA - Igaye Projects (PTY) LTD
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
The way he explained everything
Alexandra G - DB Global Technology
Course - PL/SQL in Oracle 19c
The exercises were explained very good.