Re: Do you use PL/SQL

On May 30, 7:13 am, "www.douglassdavis.com" <douglass_da..._at_earthlink.net> wrote:
> Regarding the PL/SQL class:
>
> just as an update for all of you concerned citizens out there:
>
> not enough people signed up to make the class. I could possibly teach
> it in the fall, so I will prepare for then.
>
> If the class does have enough in the fall, I would like to focus on:
> - making scripts to automate certain tasks
> - making packages with procedures/functions
> - making triggers
> - making methods using the OO features of Oracle
> (any other critical components?)
>
> Since it will be taught in a computer lab, I will be focused more on
> practical hands on type things than lecture.
>
> Thanks for your help every one. I will run some more ideas past you
> all later on.
>
> Also, has any one read this book:
> Oracle PL/SQL Best Practices Optimizing Oracle Code
> By Steven Feuerstein
>
> Is it good? Is it still relevant (it's a 2001 book)?

Search for "Do the Fast Thing"
A very good Feuerstein presentation on Bulk Collect, FORALL and IN INDICES OF demo.
Also new and improved PL/SQL datatypes.

And make sure to get the 4th edition http://www.bookpool.com/sm/0596009771 Received on Wed May 30 2007 - 08:57:33 CDT