This integrated video-and-book package delivers outstanding start-to-finish Oracle PL/SQL instruction, direct from world-class instructors at Columbia University's Oracle Certificate Program. You get four hours of QuickTime video lectures, a complete interactive workbook in hard copy and e-book formats; plus an assessment module containing extensive review questions and exercises. Watch the lectures at your desktop, read the related chapters, do the hands-on labs, test your expertise -- and master Oracle PL/SQL, fast. Coverage includes every key Oracle PL/SQL concept, including: the basics of structured programming; PL/SQL structure and syntax; iterative control; scoping and anchored datatypes; SQL within PL/SQL; for update cursors and subprograms; stored code, triggers, security, tables, even advanced-level package and parameter passing techniques. A free training module includes "Test Your Thinking" project solutions, interactive Q&As, self-review exercises, new projects, updates, and more. First in a three-part video curriculum covering all the skills well-rounded Oracle professionals need.
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Fully Integrated Book/QuickTime Video Package—Expert Training at an Incredible Value!!
CD-ROM contains 31/2 hours of QuickTime video instruction PLUS the Oracle PL/SQL Interactive Workbook!
Covers syntax, program control, exceptions, cursors, procedures, functions, packages, stored code, triggers, PL/SQL tables, and more.
Features 31/2 hours of expert QuickTime video instruction by Columbia University instructor Elena Silvestrova.
START-TO-FINISH ORACLE PL/SQL VIDEO TRAINING FROM EXPERT INSTRUCTORS
See it, hear it, do it! There's never been a faster, more effective way to master Oracle PL/SQL. Based upon courses at Columbia University's prestigious "Database Application Development and Design" program, this book/video package uses real-world labs, exercises, projects, and insight to explore every aspect of Oracle PL/SQL development.
- First, watch QuickTime video lectures as your personal instructor walks through every key concept
- Line-by-line code analysis shows you exactly how it's done, step by step!
- Then, work through hundreds of hands-on labs and exercises
- Next, read related sections in the book for more detailed coverage
- Finally, do your "homework"-real-world "Test Your Thinking" projects
Covers every Oracle PL/SQL technique and concept you need to master:
- PL/SQL syntax, structured programming, and iterative control
- Scoping and anchored datatypes
- Exception handling-in depth
- Scoping, cursors, packaged code, and triggers
- Advanced topics: stored code, package and parameter passing, and much more!
- All beginning database programmers
- Web developers building database-enabled applications with Oracle
- Familiarity with SQL in Oracle 7, 8, or 8i database
Includes the best-selling Oracle PL/SQL Interactive Workbook. This innovative workbook teaches all of the Oracle PL/SQL skills you need- without the endless, boring discussions of most books. Integrated with the book's tutorials are hands-on practical exercises, self-review questions, and real-world labs. "Test Your Thinking" projects guarantee that you'll go beyond rote knowledge to really master the subject.
RAVE REVIEW! "This book is perfect for someone new to PL/SQL. The workbook holds your hand and walks you through PL/SQL programming, every step of the way."About the Author
ELENA SILVESTROVA, BENJAMIN ROSENZWEIG and Series Technical Advisor DOUGLAS SCHERER are instructors at the Columbia University School of Continuing Education, specializing in database development and management.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
If you Don't want to learn and use PL/SQL, buy another video,
By "dldequalsmc2" (New York, New York USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Oracle PL/SQL: The Complete Video Course (CD-ROM)
A deft and knowledgeable hand who ably presents lean and well thought out material, Ms. Silvestrova avoids the trap of spending too much time attempting to create a glossy and slick presentation, and quickly gets down to the business of teaching PL/SQL. Her slight accent was melodious, and served to inject freshness into the teaching of a technical subject. I found this course not only highly satisfying, but also very effective in making PL/SQL an easily approachable subject. The emphasis obviously is placed on teaching a technical subject in a down to earth fashion, not on entertaining the audience with a glitzy set and air brushed actors. If the latter is what you want, better wait for the Walt Disney version (or buy one of the slickly produced competing PL/SQL videos on the market - this is experience speaking here). However, if you are a serious student, who seeks a sound introductory foundation and a solid immersion into the heart of intermediate PL/SQL, delivered by an apparently seasoned professional, then look no further. A+
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Heavy Russian accent,
By A Customer
This review is from: Oracle PL/SQL: The Complete Video Course (CD-ROM)
I bought the video expecting a better speaker. The woman who is the lecturer has a very heavy Russian accent, pauses often in mid sentence, blinks a lot and lacks dynamic presentation skills. The content seems ok, but a better presenter would improve the video greatly. Also, I can't understand why the cameraman doesn't center the camera.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
1.0 out of 5 stars
Terrible, save your money!!!,
By "rwebb03" (Vero Beach, FL United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Oracle PL/SQL: The Complete Video Course (CD-ROM)
One star is way to high of a rating for this book!! I bought this set hoping that I would get in-depth knowledge of the PL/SQL programming language. I was greatly disappointed. First of all, I have no clue how the author, Elena Silvestrova, got her job with Columbia University. The presentation material was read directly out of the book. She did not elaborate on any examples at all. Isn't that the point of a video course??? Many times she would read an example incorrectly and then move to the next slide then catch her mistake and go back to the previous slide to correct her mistake! The video was very unorganized and not edited well at all. You could pick the book up and literally read the entire video course with her. Elena Silvestrova has a very heavy accent and it's quite hard to make out what she is reading. Her presentation skills are very poor and she stumbles through sentences. You would be better off to just to skip this one as I have put mine back in box. I stopped this course after chapter four and had to come to this site and leave my comments.
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