Oracle DBA Interactive Workbook [Paperback]

Melanie Caffrey (Author), Douglas Scherer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0130157422 | ISBN-13: 978-0130157423 | Publication Date: December 21, 2000 | Edition: 1

Oracle DBA Interactive Workbook is the perfect, hands-on course in Oracle database administration for DBAs at all levels of experience -- whether or not they have access to a live Oracle database. It covers the latest version, Oracle 8i -- making it perfect for DBAs upgrading from older versions, Web developers working with database-enabled Internet applications, and many others. This hands-on, book-and-web package introduces every aspect of day-to-day Oracle 8i database administration, including supporting and organizing the database engine, managing its physical layout, ensuring security and data integrity, providing for backups, and much more. A free Web-based training module includes a Virtual Study Lounge where readers can interact with the author; "Test Your Thinking" project solutions and detailed explanations, interactive Q&As and self-review exercises, new projects, book updates, and more. For database administrators at all levels moving to Oracle for the first time.

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From the Back Cover

• Hands-on learning system that's fast, easy and web-charged!
• FREE Access to Interactive Oracle DBA Training Web Site
• Experience Oracle database administration-now!
• No Oracle DBA experience necessary
• Introduces core Oracle DBA topics
• Real-life labs and "Test Your Thinking" Q&As

Foreword by Dr. Arthur M. Langer.

Experience Oracle database administration now! This integrated book-and-Web learning solution teaches core Oracle DBA skills you need, hands-on, through real-world labs, exercises, Q&As, and a Web-based training site. You'll experience aspects of day-to-day Oracle database administration, including managing the database and its physical layout, ensuring security and data integrity, providing for backups, and more. Your free Web-based training module includes a Virtual Study Lounge where you can interact with other learners, discover new interactive Q&As, and get book updates.

Every Prentice Hall Interactive Workbook is fully integrated with its own exclusive Web site, giving you all this and more:

• "Test Your Thinking" solutions and explanations
• Author's Corner: A multipurpose area for author notes and errata
• Additional self-review questions with instant feedback
• An exclusive Virtual Study Lounge where you can interact with other learners!

Experience the skills you need! Melanie Caffrey and Douglas Scherer are experienced Oracle database professionals who together have taught hundreds of students in Oracle database technology. Benefit from their combined knowledge and experience. You'll learn hands-on, through practical exercises, self-review questions, and real-world answers. Exclusive "Test Your Thinking" exercises lead you to a practiced understanding of the subject.

• 100s of activities cover real-world tasks that really matter!
• Dozens of self-review questions and answers solidify your understanding!

About the Author

Melanie Caffrey: Before entering the world of Oracle and database technology in general, Melanie Caffrey was a researcher, first for the academic world in Colorado, then for the corporate world in New York. The desire to explore a new career path led her to Columbia University's Computer Technology and Applications (CTA) Program, which ultimately changed her life. Shortly before finishing at Columbia, she began developing applications using SAP technology with an Oracle database. Additionally, she enjoys spending a semester or two, here and there, teaching the class that is the foundation for this book and, occasionally, introductory courses in SQL and the Oracle Server, to the students at Columbia University's CTA program.

Douglas Scherer: Douglas Scherer (Chauncey and OCP certified) is president of Core Paradigm (www.coreparadigm.com); providing consulting, guidance, and formal training solutions primarily to Oracle users. He is a frequent speaker at conferences and user group meetings internationally and has appeared in Visions of the New Millennium, a series seen on PBS and its affiliates. Mr. Scherer's 12 years of IT and database experience has spanned analysis, design, implementation, database management, and project management. He is lead author of Oracle 8i Tops and Techniques, contributing editor to the Oracle Designer Handbook, 2nd edition, and has articles in Oracle Magazine. Mr. Scherer is an instructor in Columbia University's CTA program and for three years held the position of Chair of the Database Track.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 496 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 1 edition (December 21, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130157422
• ISBN-13: 978-0130157423
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 2.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,132,860 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Students new to Oracle, October 30, 2001

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Jason Couchman (Brooklyn, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oracle DBA Interactive Workbook (Paperback)

Not every book is meant for every reader. Many books about Oracle focus on teaching working professionals who use Oracle what they need to know. These readers then use the books later as reference material. If that is your goal in buying this book, look elsewhere.

If, however, you are a student learning about Oracle for the first time, this book is GREAT because it doesn't assume anything about your knowledge. It is used at Columbia University for teaching Oracle and is well-designed as a manual for classroom Oracle instruction.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is a good book for hands-one experience!, June 13, 2002

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Ray Lin (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oracle DBA Interactive Workbook (Paperback)

I think this is a good book for all of you to have a hands-on experience in oracle database. If you understand some concepts of oracle database, you will find it useful.
Everyone doesn't use unix at home, but it provides how to use unix and windows NT in oracle database.
I am expecting the author can rewrite the book and add the contents of oracle 9i to this book. It will be more helpful.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Many problems with this book., March 10, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Oracle DBA Interactive Workbook (Paperback)

I have been working with this book for over a month and have not been able to get beyond Ch.2 because the instructions in the book simply do not work. ORA-ERROR!!! This book needs to be tried and tested by random students across the country before releasing to the general public. There is no-one responding to the "Bulletin Board" questions the student's pose and no interaction with the professors or any instructors. Why do they call this book "Interactive?" It is time consuming and highly frustrating. Find another do it yourself book or CTB... I hope the author's really improve on the 2nd edition, with better web support!