Re: DBA Books??

From: Achilles <achillesofsparta_at_rediffmail.com>
Date: 27 Nov 2004 06:02:38 -0800
Message-ID: <ef3af03f.0411270602.143b243e@posting.google.com>

debashish_majumdar_at_rediffmail.com (debashish) wrote in message news:<bb05cfc5.0411020616.322eaf59_at_posting.google.com>...
> Hi guys
> I have just started learning Oracle DB Administration. The books, i
> am using, are intended for the OCP exams - though i dont plan to go
> for OCP now. I have just purchased Oracle9i DBA handbook authored by
> Kevin Lony and Marlene Therault. What are other such books that
> contain relevant material? Are there any for the newbie DBAs like me?
> I am from SQL Server background and have the fundamental knowledge of
> SQL. Please Help.
>
> Thanks in advance
> Debashish

Hi Debashish
As a beginner dont go for books which are a little advanced. OCP exam books would be the best choice at the moment even though you dont intend to appear for OCP exams. Studying the OCP books would give you an overall idea of Oracle which includes the various components, architectures, variety of apps/tools used by DBAs and host of other things.
And when you feel comfortable in these concepts spend a little more money on books authored by Thomas Kyte. Beleive me! you would then be able to move ahead with pace. Wish you luck!

Regards
Achilles Received on Sat Nov 27 2004 - 08:02:38 CST