Crystal Reports 9 on Oracle

Product Description

Explore connectivity options, then delve into optimization methods that can be implemented in the Crystal environment, including the use of SQL Expressions and SQL Commands. Coverage includes an execution plan, optimization of indexes, and reduction of parsing, and Oracle-specific features such as external tables, Heterogeneous Connectivity, and Oracle Flashback. Common difficulties when using Oracle are described, and solutions provided.

From the Back Cover

Maximize Crystal Reports in the Oracle Environment
Create dynamic, effective reports from Oracle databases using Crystal Reports 9 and the extensive information in this practical resource. Learn to use one of the most powerful data analysis tools to draw information from Oracle databases, query and rank data, consolidate results, and develop integrated, interactive reports. Plus, leverage the power of the Oracle database in your reports. You’ll find full details on everything from Oracle SQL and PL/SQL functions, procedures, and expressions to the Oracle data dictionary and the new Crystal object repository. Get the insider advice you need to optimize performance, solve difficult reporting problems, and integrate non-Oracle data.
Essential Skills for Database Professionals

Install and configure the components required to use Crystal Reports with Oracle
List, summarize, and rank data using Oracle SQL Select options
Formulate and maintain a data dictionary report
Configure, update, and administer the Crystal object repository
Use Oracle Flashback to document past database states
Improve efficiency with Oracle optimizers and parse reduction
Use PL/SQL stored procedures as data sources in Crystal Reports
Optimize report performance using SQL Expressions and SQL Commands

About the Author

Annette Harper, OCP, ACE, MCNE (Canal Winchester, OH) has worked with Crystal Reports with various enterprise databases for many years.