PL/SQL (Procedural Language extension to SQL) is Oracle’s powerful procedural programming language that enhances the capabilities of SQL by allowing you to write code for data manipulation, business logic, and application-level processing inside the Oracle Database. This course is designed for developers, data analysts, Oracle users, and aspiring DBAs who want to gain hands-on expertise in PL/SQL programming and prepare for Oracle certifications like OCA/OCP. Learn to write efficient and secure code using procedures, functions, triggers, packages, and advanced PL/SQL features.
What is PL/SQL?
Advantages over SQL
PL/SQL Architecture
Anonymous Blocks – Syntax & Structure
Declaring Variables, Constants, and Data Types
Conditional Statements (IF, CASE)
Loops: Simple, WHILE, FOR
Nested Loops and Conditional Logic
GOTO Statement and Labels
What is a Cursor?
Implicit vs Explicit Cursors
Cursor Attributes (%FOUND, %NOTFOUND, etc.)
FOR Loops with Cursors
Parameterized Cursors
Cursor FOR UPDATE & WHERE CURRENT OF
Types of Exceptions: Predefined & User-defined
Exception Propagation
WHEN OTHERS Clause
Logging Exceptions
Creating Procedures
IN, OUT, IN OUT Parameters
Creating & Using Functions
Differences Between Procedures and Functions
Invoking Procedures from Applications
Creating Package Specifications and Bodies
Private vs Public Elements
Initialization Block
Package Caching and Performance Benefits
Real-world Use Cases for Packages
What is a Trigger?
BEFORE/AFTER INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE
Row-level vs Statement-level Triggers
INSTEAD OF Triggers (on Views)
Compound Triggers (Oracle 11g+)
Bulk Processing: BULK COLLECT & FORALL
Collections: Associative Arrays, Nested Tables, VARRAYs
Dynamic SQL with EXECUTE IMMEDIATE
Working with Large Objects (LOBs)
DBMS_OUTPUT & UTL Packages
Using EXPLAIN PLAN
Optimizing PL/SQL Code
Avoiding Common Pitfalls (Context Switching, Unnecessary Loops)
Code Profiling and Debugging Tools
Use of Bind Variables
Library Management System (Procedures & Triggers)
HRMS Automation with Packages
Leave Management Workflow using Cursors
Error Logging System with Exception Handling
PL/SQL API for Billing System
PL/SQL is critical for Oracle-based enterprise applications
Required for OCA/OCP certification paths
Prepares you for development, data migration, and DBA automation roles
Learn from real-world examples and enterprise use cases
Master backend programming for Oracle Forms, APEX, and ERP systems
Oracle Developer Certification Roadmap
Resume Building for SQL/PLSQL Developer Roles
Interview Prep with Real-Time PL/SQL Challenges
Career Path: Dev → Senior Dev → Oracle Architect
GitHub Portfolio Guidance
🔍 Roles You Can Apply For:
PL/SQL Developer
Oracle Developer
Backend Developer (Oracle DB)
Data Migration Engineer
ERP Implementation Consultant
💸 Expected Salary Range (India):
| Experience | Role | Avg Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 0–1 years | PL/SQL Trainee | ₹3 – ₹4.5 LPA |
| 1–3 years | PL/SQL Developer | ₹5 – ₹8 LPA |
| 3–5 years | Senior Oracle Developer | ₹9 – ₹14 LPA |
✅ Hands-on Projects + Case Studies
✅ Resume + Interview Preparation Support
✅ PL/SQL Coding Challenges
✅ Certificate of Completion
✅ Community Support Group
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