Oracle Database Administration from Zero to Hero - Using ADR Command Interpreter

The video tutorial covers the Automatic Diagnostic Repository (ADR) in Oracle databases, focusing on its components and functionalities. It explains the Fault Diagnosability Infrastructure (FDI), the classification of problems and incidents, and the use of the ADRCI utility for managing diagnostic data. The tutorial also details the Incident Packaging Service (IPS) and the implementation of purge policies to manage ADR files effectively.

What is the purpose of the Fault Diagnosability Infrastructure (FDI) in Oracle databases?

What types of diagnostic data can the FDI collect?

Describe the role of the Automatic Diagnostic Repository (ADR) in fault diagnosis.

Explain the difference between problems and incidents in the context of the FDI.

What is the function of the ADRCI utility in managing diagnostic data?

How can you view the contents of the alert log file using ADRCI?

Describe the process of packaging incidents using the ADRCI utility.

What are the two policies applied to ADR files for purging?

What steps should be taken to change the purge policy values in Oracle databases?

Why is it important to not rely solely on ADR for catching all database incidents?