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Any Oracle developer who has used Oracle: The Complete Reference knows that it is an elegant, indispensable guide to the overwhelming world of Oracle database interaction. Its successor--Oracle8: The Complete Reference--is even more comprehensive. Succinct examples are used to document the many functions and SQL nuances available in the Oracle toolbox. The authors provide handholding introductions to more advanced topics such as PL/SQL and object-relational databases. The revised alphabetical reference makes it even easier to recall the order of arguments passed to long-forgotten functions and many new ones. Beginners will appreciate the exhaustive documentation of the SQLPLUS client and a discussion of user permissions, while seasoned developers can get their hands dirty in the intricacies of using large objects under Oracle8. All of this information is made easier to retrieve thanks to the accompanying, easily searchable CD-ROM. --Tim Kohn Book Description
Oracle8: The Complete Reference is completely updated to cover versions 7.0 through 8. The book is organized in 6 parts. Part I introduces database concepts. Part II discusses SQL, the Structured Query Language which allows programmers to process information to and from a database. Part III is the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Data Dictionary. Part IV discusses database design consideration. Part V is a big, alphabetical reference for virtually every Oracle command. Part VI lists the tables used in the book. The book offers both terrific coverage of using Oracle and a substantial command reference listing the syntax and sample usage for every major command. It also includes a new chapter called "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Oracle Optimizer." This presents the SQL operations and tuning issues directed towards a beginner user audience. As with its predecessor, this book will include a CD-ROM. This is particularly valuable for readers for two reasons. First, since the book is large, having quick referencing capability on CD will be attractive to end-users. The sizeable reference section is perfect for electronic access. Secondly, the tables in the book will be accessible on the CD, so users will save both time and money. Synopsis
With its increased page count, up-to-the-minute information, CD-ROM, and new coverage on Object technology, "Oracle8: The Complete Reference" is the all-in-one reference that virtually replaces the manuals provided by Oracle Corp. The book is part of the Oracle Press series and features a CD-ROM that contains the reference section, plus all the tables from the book. From the Back Cover
Oracle8 The complete Reference. The Most Authoritative Coverage of Oracle8 Available. More than 500,000 Oracle Press books are in the hands of Oracle developers worldwide due to their exhaustive insider's coverage of the world's most popular RDBMS. The encyclopedia Oracle8: The Complete Reference is the cornerstone of ORacle's Core Curriculum. Fully revised, this #1 best-seller is back-bigger and even better than ever-providing the full story of Oracle8, The Database for Network computing. Written by a former senior vice president of Oracle corporation, George Kock, and the best-selling Oracle author, Kevin Loney, this easy-touse book/CD covers the full suite of Oracle8's capabilities. In straightforward language, the authors simplify even the most complex aspects of Oracle8-and reveal scores of insider tips and secrets along the way. Oracle developers of all skill levels will harness the true power of ORacle8 as they use this special hardcover edition to: Find full coverage of Oracle8 written in understandable terms; Implement object technology in Oracle8; Develop applications with the Oracle ConText Cartridge, Oracle8's powerful database search too!; Discover Oracle8's more robust handling of very large databases; Understand basic concepts of PL/SQL; Find every important Oracle8 command, function, syntax, keyword, concept, and product in the huge alphabetical reference. Unmatched in range, content, and authority, Oracle8: The Complete Reference has set the standard for ORacle reference guides. This one-of-a-kind book and CD package is a must-have for every Oracle developer-whether a seasoned professional or just getting started.
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