User-defined records

Oracle PL/SQL User-defined records are a powerful tool that allows developers to create their own data types. The PL/SQL records can be used to store data in a structured format, or to create custom data types that can be used in pl/sql programs. Oracle PL/SQL User-defined records can be created using the TYPE statement, and…(Continue Reading)

Table-based records

The PL/SQL table-based records are essentially a way of representing data in a tabular format. This means that each row corresponds to a record, and each column corresponds to a field within that record. You can think of it as a way of representing data in a spreadsheet-like format. Table-based records are a powerful way…(Continue Reading)

Varrays

Oracle PL/SQL Varrays are variable-size arrays that can hold a fixed number of elements. Oracle PL/SQL Varrays are a great way to store data in a fixed-size array. They are easy to create and use, and offer a number of functions for adding, retrieving, and removing data. Syntax The syntax for creating a Varray is:…(Continue Reading)

Nested tables

When working with Oracle PL/SQL, you may sometimes need to store data in a nested table. A nested table is a data structure that allows you to store multiple values in a single column. PL/SQL nested tables are similar to arrays in other programming languages, but they have some important differences. First of all, nested…(Continue Reading)

Index-by tables

PL/SQL Index-by tables are a type of data structure available in Oracle database. They allow you to store and access data using a key or index, similar to how you would use an array. However, unlike arrays, index-by tables can be dynamically resized, making them more flexible and efficient. To create an index-by table, you…(Continue Reading)