By the end of this course, learners will be able to differentiate system and object privileges, apply debugging techniques, design and implement PL/SQL packages, utilize Oracle-supplied utilities, and manipulate large objects (LOBs) effectively.
Oracle PL/SQL Subprograms: Design, Apply & Optimize
Oracle PL/SQL Subprograms: Design, Apply & Optimize
This course is part of Oracle PL/SQL 21c: Programming & Triggers Specialization
Instructor: EDUCBA
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What you'll learn
Differentiate system vs. object privileges and apply debugging.
Design PL/SQL packages with overloading and persistent states.
Use Oracle utilities & manage LOBs, BFILEs, and automation tasks.
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October 2025
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Taught in English
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This course is part of the Oracle PL/SQL 21c: Programming & Triggers Specialization
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of PL/SQL subprograms and packages, focusing on privileges, debugging, and advanced package techniques. Learners will explore how to design, manage, and optimize procedures, functions, and packages to build modular and maintainable database applications.
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This module dives into Oracle’s built-in packages, system utilities, and advanced large object (LOB) management. Learners will explore how to leverage Oracle-supplied packages for dynamic SQL, job scheduling, file handling, and network communication, as well as how to store, manipulate, and optimize large objects efficiently.
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