Overview

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Gain a strong foundation in RMAN (Recovery Manager) to transform your database backup and recovery strategies. This course offers a comprehensive journey into setting up Oracle databases for backup, applying advanced RMAN techniques, and effectively managing recovery scenarios. By the end, you’ll have the skills to create reliable backups, automate backup processes, and improve overall database protection. Begin by building a practice environment using Oracle Linux and VirtualBox, laying the groundwork for your hands-on learning experience. You’ll then dive into Oracle's backup and recovery solutions, explore RMAN’s architecture, and learn to configure databases for effective backup operations. Key learning objectives include working with incremental backups, automating RMAN processes, and utilizing persistent settings for streamlined management. The course moves into advanced topics like monitoring RMAN jobs, analyzing backup data, and creating efficient backup strategies using compression and multisection options. Practical exercises complement theoretical knowledge, ensuring you gain real-world experience in managing backups, recovering databases, and applying RMAN enhancements. This course is designed for database administrators and IT professionals looking to strengthen their expertise in backup and recovery. Targeted at intermediate learners, it requires basic knowledge of Oracle database operations and architecture.

Syllabus

Introduction

In this module, we will provide a comprehensive overview of the course, outlining the objectives, structure, and skills you will develop. You'll gain an understanding of the value RMAN brings to database backup and recovery processes and set the stage for deeper exploration in later sections.

Preparing the Course Practice Environment

In this module, we will guide you through the step-by-step process of setting up the course practice environment using VirtualBox appliances. You will prepare both Linux and Windows-based Oracle database instances, configure networking, and enable key database settings to facilitate practice exercises throughout the course.

Introducing Backup and Recovery in RMAN

In this module, we will introduce the fundamentals of Oracle backup and recovery strategies, including key concepts such as Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objective (RPO). You’ll also learn to configure the Oracle database for RMAN operations and gain insight into RMAN’s powerful features and advantages.

Performing Backups in RMAN

In this module, we will delve into the practical aspects of performing backups in RMAN. You will learn how to execute various types of backups, configure RMAN persistent settings, and explore advanced techniques like incrementally updated backups and block change tracking. Hands-on practice sessions will reinforce these skills and prepare you for real-world scenarios.

Retrieve Information about RMAN Backups and Jobs

In this module, we will focus on monitoring and reporting RMAN backups and jobs. You will use RMAN commands such as LIST and REPORT to gather detailed information about backup files and cross-check their status. Additionally, you'll monitor RMAN operations using dynamic views to ensure backup compliance and optimize database performance.

Improving Backups

In this module, we will explore advanced techniques to improve your RMAN backups. Topics include backup compression, multisection backups, and creating archival backups for long-term storage. You'll also learn to optimize backups by leveraging features like duplexed backup sets and backup sets for the entire FRA. Hands-on practice will help you implement these techniques effectively.