Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - About Oracle Database Administrator (DBA)

This lecture covers the roles and responsibilities of a Database Administrator (DBA), detailing the various duties and tasks they perform. It distinguishes between different types of DBA roles, such as Oracle DBA and Oracle EBS DBA, and outlines a learning path for aspiring DBAs. The lecture also delves into advanced topics like Oracle RAC, cloud management, and security. Additionally, it discusses the demand for DBAs in the job market, highlighting the impact of new technologies like the Autonomous Database.

What are the main objectives of this lecture?

• To learn about Oracle database installation

• To understand DBA duties, role types, learning path, and job market demand

• To explore SQL and PLSQL in depth

• To discuss the history of Oracle databases

Which task is typically performed by DBAs working with development teams?

• Database performance tuning

• Database security control

• Database backup

• Database design planning

What is a key responsibility of an Oracle Apps DBA?

• Performing SQL tuning

• Designing database architecture

• Installing and patching Oracle Ebusiness Suite application servers

• Managing third-party applications

What is the first step in the proposed learning path for becoming an Oracle DBA?

• Mastering Oracle Data Guard

• Learning the basics of SQL and PLSQL

• Understanding Oracle database security

• Learning Oracle RAC administration

Which feature is crucial for high availability in Oracle databases?

• Oracle Data Guard

• Oracle GoldenGate

• Oracle RAC

• Oracle Exadata

What is a common practice for DBAs to ensure database security?

• Regularly applying patches

• Ignoring updates

• Disabling security features

• Using outdated software

Which Oracle feature is mandatory starting from Oracle Database Release 21C?

• Oracle RAC

• Oracle Data Guard

• Multi-tenant

• Oracle GoldenGate

What is the impact of the Autonomous Database on DBA demand?

• It has no impact on DBA demand

• It has increased the demand for DBAs

• It has reduced but not eliminated the demand for DBAs

• It has eliminated the need for DBAs

Which Oracle technology is known for its robust replication solution?

• Oracle RAC

• Oracle Data Guard

• Oracle GoldenGate

• Oracle Exadata

What is the primary use of Oracle Exadata machines?

• To manage cloud databases

• To enhance database security

• To improve performance and availability for large-scale applications

• To simplify database design