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Thomas R. Hummel wrote:
> Hello,
>
> I have been using MS SQL Server for about 8 years now. I am about to
> begin a new position at a company that uses Oracle as well. I would like
> to quickly get up to speed on Oracle. Can anyone here point me to any
> resources (online, books, training courses) that might get me started?
>
> I don't need to learn the basics of database design or the SQL language.
> Mostly just the Oracle specific flavor of SQL, how to perform the
> various administrative tasks, different functionality in Oracle from SQL
> Server and of course and "gotchas" to look out for.
>
> For any live training courses, I am in the Philadelphia area and would
> prefer not to travel to Timbuktu for a week. (ok, I'd actually love to
> travel to Timbuktu for a week, but I don't really have the time)
>
> Thanks!
> -Tom.
I'm sure I won't be the only one who suggests you get Tom Kyte's "One on
One" book. Great book. Worth the few extra bucks ... well, more than a
few, but still worth it.
Received on Wed Nov 13 2002 - 16:12:39 CST