Expert Oracle Database Architecture: 9i and 10g Programming
Techniques and Solutions is the definitive book if you're a developer
or DBA who works with Oracle-driven database applications. This fully
revised edition covers both the 9i and 10g versions. It also comes
with a CD containing a searchable PDF of the 8i version of the book.
One of the world's foremost Oracle experts, Thomas Kyte covers every
important feature and function of the database: the importance, inner
workings, proper usage, and pitfalls if handled incorrectly. This
book will show you how to program correctly with the Oracle database
and exploit its feature-set effectively. As a result, you will be
able to build fast, effective, scalable, and secure Oracle
applications.