Library Journal, Oct. 2004
distill... essential features of... newest version... straightforward... step-by-step projects... mastery checks... progress checks... "Ask the Expert" sidebars... notes... highly recommended
Review
Two new Oracle instruction and resource titles from Osborne/McGraw-Hill are indispensable additions to personal and professional reference collections. Oracle Database 10g: A Beginner's Guide (0072230789; 416 pages; $39.99) is the collective effort of Oracle experts Ian Abramson, Michael Abbey and Michael Corey. Oracle Database 10g provides neophytes with the fundamental concepts of Oracle Database 10g administration and programming. Through self-paced tutorials, readers will learn about database essentials, the role of the administrator, and large database features. Oracle Database 10g includes an in-depth introduction to SQL, PL/SQL, Java, and XML programming.
Book Description
Provides beginning DBAs and developers with a solid foundation in the database administration and programming basics needed to embark on an Oracle career. The focus is on Oracle Database 10g, but you’ll get the fundamentals applicable to all Oracle database releases.
From the Back Cover
All New Content
Get a Solid Foundation in Oracle Database Technology
Learn the fundamental concepts of Oracle Database 10g administration and programming from this step-by-step beginner’s guide. Through self-paced tutorials, learn about database essentials, the role of the administrator, and large database features. You’ll also get an in-depth introduction to SQL, PL/SQL, Java, and XML programming. Get on your way to becoming an expert Oracle DBA, developer, or user by following the proven learning method of this Oracle Press guide: Core Concepts--Each concept is divided into logically organized chapters, ideal for self-paced learning Critical Skills--Every chapter opens with the specific skills covered in the chapter Projects--Practical exercises show how to apply the critical skills learned in each chapter Progress Checks--Quick self-assessment sections check your progress Ask the Experts--Q&A sections throughout are filled with bonus information and helpful tips Mastery Checks--End-of-chapter reviews test knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions
About the Author
Michael S. Abbey (Ottawa, CN) has been using Oracle for 15 years, has coauthored seven books for Oracle Press, and has given presentations on Oracle throughout North America and Europe. Michael leads the Pythian Group’s dbaSource team in Ottawa, Canada, which provides Internet-based Oracle DBA support. Michael has been a volunteer in Oracle user groups, facilitating delivery of IOUG–A’s IOUG-A Live! from 1997 to 2000. Michael J. Corey (Newton, MA) is currently CTO with OneWarranty.com. Prior to this, he was the CEO of Database Technologies, Inc. which was the first consulting company in the eastern US to specialize in RDBMS’. Michael has been working with Oracle since Version 3 and is an active member of various Oracle user communities. In addition to his membership in the Northeast Oracle Users Group, he is a founding member of the ECO conference and has served as president of the International Oracle Users Group–Americas (IOUG–A). Ian Abramson (Toronto, CN) is CTO of Data Warehousing for Data Visions Incorporated, in Toronto, Canada. Ian has 14 years of experience as an Oracle architect, designer, developer, and DBA; he has focused on data warehousing for the past five. As the director of educational programming for the IOUG–A, he has created top-notch educational programs for the Oracle user community. Ian presents at Oracle conferences worldwide and is a faculty member of the IOUG–A University Master Class program.
Oracle Database 10g: A Beginner's Guide FROM THE PUBLISHER
Learn the fundamental concepts of Oracle Database 10g administration and programming from this step-by-step beginner's guide. Through self-paced tutorials, learn about database essentials, the role of the administrator, and large database features. You'll also get an in-depth introduction to SQL, PL/SQL, Java, and XML programming. Get on your way to becoming an expert Oracle DBA, developer, or user by following the proven learning method of this Oracle Press guide.
SYNOPSIS
All New Content
Get a Solid Foundation in Oracle Database Technology
Learn the fundamental concepts of Oracle Database 10g administration and programming from this step-by-step beginner's guide. Through self-paced tutorials, learn about database essentials, the role of the administrator, and large database features. You'll also get an in-depth introduction to SQL, PL/SQL, Java, and XML programming. Get on your way to becoming an expert Oracle DBA, developer, or user by following the proven learning method of this Oracle Press guide: Core Concepts—Each concept is divided into logically organized chapters, ideal for self-paced learning Critical Skills—Every chapter opens with the specific skills covered in the chapter Projects—Practical exercises show how to apply the critical skills learned in each chapter Progress Checks—Quick self-assessment sections check your progress Ask the Experts—Q&A sections throughout are filled with bonus information and helpful tips Mastery Checks—End-of-chapter reviews test knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions
FROM THE CRITICS
Library Journal
These two guides distill the essential features of the newest version of the complex and weighty Oracle database. For absolute beginners, Beginner's Guide aims in straightforward language to reduce the intimidation factor by covering basic concepts, from architecture to using XML with Oracle databases. Step-by-step projects, chapter mastery checks, and test-yourself progress checks aid in self-study; "Ask the Expert" sidebars and notes add extra information without interrupting the flow. Highly recommended for public libraries. Essentials serves more as a basic reference for existing Oracle users, with chapters organized largely into lengthy definitions and explanations of features. It will also be of use to ambitious beginners and will particularly help upgraders. The authors highlight 10g features that differ from those in the older 8i and 9i versions, while tips, tables, and notes throughout add useful information. An appendix includes a chapter-by-chapter summary of new 10g features, and the title ends with a nice overview of grid computing (the "g" in 10g). For medium and larger libraries. Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
Art & Photography
Book Info
