Oracle SQL - From Beginner to Pro (Udemy.com)
Professional Advancement through Structured Query Language Readiness
Created by: Rick Phillips
Last updated February 2017
What you will learn
- By the end of the course the student will be proficient in relational theory, all facets of SQL including data definition, data manipulation and queries, as well as introduced to PL/SQL, Oracle XML, user-defined objects and performance.
How it compares
Against the other 388 rated Udemy courses in SQL on CourseDuck:
- Rating4.1 out of 5higher than 8% of them
- Reviews222#285 of 389 by number of reviews
- Length6.7 hourslonger than 53% of them
- Last updatedFebruary 2017earlier than 87% of them
Course Description
This course introduces the learner to all facets of Oracle SQL programming. The course begins with a section on relational database theory, moves onto cover the data definition components of SQL, the data manipulation components of SQL and then does a deep dive on queries. The course culminates with a overview of user-defined objects, collections, XML, large objects and performance.
The course is fast paced and targeted toward aggressive learners. Each of Dr. Phillips' examples, as well his lecture scripts, are provided as resource materials. Dr. Phillips shares many valuable experiences from both his academic and real-world careers.
This course is highly recommended for anyone seeking to advance their career by adding Oracle SQL programming to their technical toolbox as well as those seeking Oracle certification.
Instructor Details
- 4.1 Rating
222 Reviews
Rick Phillips
I received my Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin in Visual Psychophysics with a minor in Computer Science. I worked my entire professional career within the computer industry specializing in relational database design and large-scale international databases.
Out of school, I went to work for VeriFone the credit card processing company because they were headquartered in Hawaii and I yearned to get out of the cold of Wisconsin. I started as employee #36. By the time I left, they were publically traded, had thousands of employees and billions in revenue. At the time of my departure, I was VeriFone's Database Design Manager and oversaw a technical staff of 125+.
I subsequently served as MIS Manager for Family Health International, Database Manager for A4 Health Systems, and CTO and President of Castle Worldwide. I retired from Castle in 2014 at the age of 55.
After retirement I was searching for a great means to keep my hands in technology. Teaching with Udemy has provided that venue. I enjoy creating the courses and interacting with the students. It is my new passion. Middle aged and young people are my favorite students - seeing them better utilize their new toys and skills gives me great pleasure, such energy.
I am a huge advocate of life-long learning and love this opportunity to share that passion with others. Remember, "keep on learning."
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Reviews
By Marcin Bieniecki on 1/31/2020
Overall It was great to participate in this course. Especially I enjoyed performance lectures. However the explanation user-defined types and collections were pretty puzzling for me. Sometimes the pace was also really high but Rick mentioned that at the beginning so no issue here. Anyway I recommend Rick's course!
By Okpako Genesis on 12/3/2018
the lecturer teaches as if he is addressing pros. I regret taking this course.
By Guillermo Bandera on 11/30/2018
todavía estoy viendo si me sirve o no, estaba buscando un curso como este en el que hubiesen conceptos de sql developer con relation dabases para ampliar lo aprendido en la universidad
By John Sterling on 9/1/2017
Excellent overview of Oracle. Would suggest adding some slides/examples for querying down into nested tables to get individual elements (the syntax is extremely opaque). Thanks!
By TERRIER Michaël on 8/13/2017
L'accent relativement fort du formateur rend la compréhension difficile pour ceux dont l'anglais n'est pas la langue maternelle. Mais le cours est bien structuré, complet, et plutôt bien expliqué. Comme indiqué en début de cours, le formateur va assez vite, il faut s'accrocher ! Au moins on ne s'ennuie pas !
By Petru Lucian Giurca on 7/12/2017
A wonderful journey in what is called SQL syntax focused on Oracle SQL. Thank you for sharing us this innovative knowledge.
By Amit Kohli on 7/6/2017
Great Course Layout and Excellent Instructor. The lessons are well explained with great supporting examples.
By Archit Jain on 7/1/2017
i little can't understand .sound quality is bad.improve working on making subject
By Nitish Rathi on 6/5/2017
The course is very engaging and has been distributed into different parts perfectly for better understanding.
By Winston Griffiths on 5/13/2017
Thanks Dr. Phillips for giving back. Breaks down advanced concepts in easy terms.
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Overall Score : 82 / 100






