Course Outline
Introduction to PL/SQL for government
- What is PL/SQL?
- Advantages of using PL/SQL in governmental operations
Basic Structure of a PL/SQL Block
- Anonymous blocks for government use
- Named blocks for enhanced functionality
Variables and Data Types
- Declaration of variables in PL/SQL
- Syntax and rules for variable declaration
- Data types supported by PL/SQL for government applications
- Using variables within PL/SQL blocks
Control Structures
- IF-THEN-ELSE statements for decision-making
- CASE statements for multiple conditions
- FOR loops for iterative processes
- WHILE loops for conditional iterations
Stored Procedures and Functions
- Creating and running stored procedures for government tasks
- Syntax and examples of stored procedures
- Input and output parameters in stored procedures
- Creating and executing functions within PL/SQL
- Syntax and examples of PL/SQL functions
- Usage of functions in SQL statements for government applications
Cursors
- Explicit cursors for precise data handling
- Implicit cursors for automatic data retrieval
- Fetching data using cursors in PL/SQL
- Cursor attributes and their usage
Exception Handling
- Predefined exceptions for common errors
- User-defined exceptions for specific scenarios
- Using TRY-CATCH blocks for error management
Transaction Control
- Transaction control mechanisms in PL/SQL for government
- Utilizing nested blocks and transactions for complex operations
- Managing nested transactions effectively
- Creating and using savepoints for transaction management
Advanced Cursor Techniques
- Strong vs. weak REF CURSOR for data manipulation
- Usage scenarios for advanced cursor techniques in government applications
Triggers
- Creating triggers to automate actions
- Types of triggers and their application
- Using triggers for auditing in government systems
Packages in PL/SQL
- Creation of packages for modular code organization
- Specification of package components
- Implementation of package functionalities
- Execution and invocation of package procedures and functions
- Real-world application of packages in government projects
- Detailed code walkthrough for understanding package usage
Summary and Next Steps
Requirements
- Basic understanding of SQL for government use
- Understanding of database schemas, tables, and relationships for government applications
Audience
- Database administrators for government agencies
- Database developers for government projects
- Software developers supporting government systems
- Data analysts working in government roles
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.