Category: PL/SQL

Oracle PL/SQL provides developers with a robust set of tools for managing and manipulating data efficiently. Among these tools is the UTL_ENCODE package, a specialized utility that offers encoding and decoding functionality. This package is essential for scenarios where data transformation is necessary for secure transmission, storage, or compatibility with other systems. In this blog,…(Continue Reading)

Oracle PL/SQL is renowned for its robust capabilities in managing and manipulating data. Among its many built-in utilities, the UTL_RAW package offers a suite of functions to handle raw data types effectively. One of the lesser-discussed yet incredibly useful functions within this package is the UTL_RAW.REVERSE function. This article delves into the purpose, usage, and…(Continue Reading)

Oracle’s PL/SQL offers a robust set of tools for working with raw binary data, and the UTL_RAW package is a cornerstone for these operations. Among its versatile methods is the UTL_RAW.COMPARE function, which enables developers to compare two raw data values. This functionality is critical in scenarios where raw data needs to be evaluated for…(Continue Reading)

Oracle PL/SQL provides a suite of powerful utilities for managing and manipulating raw data, and one such tool is the UTL_RAW.LENGTH function. This function is particularly useful for working with raw data types, a type of binary data representation in Oracle databases. Understanding how to use the UTL_RAW.LENGTH function effectively can simplify data handling and…(Continue Reading)

In Oracle PL/SQL, raw data manipulation often involves functions that offer precise control over binary data. Among these is the UTL_RAW.SUBSTR function, a utility provided by Oracle’s UTL_RAW package. This function allows developers to extract portions of raw data efficiently, making it indispensable for applications requiring low-level data handling. In this blog post, we’ll delve…(Continue Reading)