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Steven dives into deterministic functions. What they are, why you'd use them, and how they're different from result cache functions.
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An episode all about triggers. They can be amazing, but they can be abused and lead to unexpected behaviors. Steven drills down.
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When should you commit changes in your PL/SQL code? When does PL/SQL itself perform commits for you on your behalf? Find out in this episode of Feuertips.
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Cursor for loop is an example of #plsql's tight integration with #SQL, but it also presents opportunities for "bad lazy" coding. Steven explains
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Steven shares some tips on how to write declarations in PL/SQL subprograms or packages for maximum readability and maintainability
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Following up on the previous Feuertip on dynamic SQL, Steven is joined by Anton Nielsen to explore how to use dbms_assert to reduce the chance of SQL injection and otherwise bullet-proof your code.
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Don't have all the info you need at compile time to write a complete SQL statement? Go dynamic. Steven explains.
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In this episode Steven looks back over several of his previous tips. Plus, a recent obsession: improving upon apex_mail!
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Learn how to generate a conditional compilation package so that your code uses the latest features in APEX APIs - and your own products!
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Toon Koppelaars of Oracle's Real World Performance Team discusses the ORA-04068 error with Steven, and what to do if you get it.
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