Oracle Shell Scripting: Linux and UNIX Programming for Oracle (Oracle In-Focus series) (Paperback)

by Jon Emmons (Author), Donald K. Burleson (Editor), Zach Tirrell (Technical Editor)

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Product Description

With the expert techniques discussed in this book, Oracle database administrators can automate routine tasks to save time and money and better monitor the flow of work. Using shell scripts—an indispensable tool on UIX and Linux—any number of commands can be combined and executed either simultaneously or sequentially. More than 50 working shell scripts for both beginners and experts give Oracle professionals a fantastic head-start on automating their administration duties and are easily modifiable for any environment. Topics include the history of shells and shell scripting, detailed step-by-step instructions on building shell scripts, how to tell when things are working right, and how to effectively monitor the system for failures.

About the Author

Jon Emmons is a UNIX systems administrator with many years of experience operating Oracle and publishing related Web resources. He lives in Concord, New Hampshire. Donald K. Burleson is the author of 30 Oracle-related books, including Oracle Silver Bullets and Oracle Solid State Disk Tuning. He lives in Kittrell, North Carolina.

Product Details

• Paperback: 293 pages
• Publisher: Rampant Techpress (May 28, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977671550
• ISBN-13: 978-0977671557
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #239,166 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Informative., December 4, 2007

By	Mike Bennett - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I'm a veteran Oracle Database Administrator and most of my work is on Unix systems so I wasn't sure how much information in this book would be useful to me. I was pleasantly surprised to find what a wide range of scripting tips and techniques this manual provides. I was impressed by the fact that the author didn't just describe HOW to do something, but also explained WHY a particular approach was taken. I also like the fact that the scripts given aren't just contrived samples, but are practical and useful as given. This information will definitely help simplify some of my routine tasks and provide me with timely information about the environments and systems I work with. The author also pointed out how to go beyond what was provided in the book by suggesting ways the examples might be modified. I've already taken advantage of that with a script I helped one of my clients develop.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read, April 7, 2008

By	A. Tucker "Rat" (Lynnefield) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Oracle administrators of all levels will find benefit in this book. The author has put together the basics in shell scripting and OS fundamentals in aid of maintaining and monitoring scalable production Oracle environments. Each example is easy to read and follow and leaves the reader with room to explore and extrapolate on their own with little effort. A great lookup source for old timers and "must have" for newbies,


I highly recommend this book
-Rat

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for UNIX and Linux, February 3, 2009

By	Jason - See all my reviews

This book has tons of tips and tricks almost anyone can find useful and the scripts are great. The author does a great job of setting readers up for future success in shell scripting.