1) Introduction to Oracle XML Database
- What is Oracle XML DB
- XMLType overview and storage architectures
- XML DB Repository and access methods
Labs:
- Lab 1.1: Create an XML DB environment and explore repository folders
- Lab 1.2: Store XML documents using XMLType tables and columns
- Lab 1.3: Retrieve XML data through SQL and the repository browser
2) Understanding XMLType Storage Models
- CLOB, Object-Relational, and Binary XML storage models
- Schema-based vs schema-less storage
- Conversion and migration between storage models
Labs:
- Lab 2.1: Create and compare XMLType tables with different storage models
- Lab 2.2: Measure performance using SQL TRACE and EXPLAIN PLAN
- Lab 2.3: Convert a CLOB-based XMLType to Binary XML
3) XML Schema Design
- Schema components and design principles
- Defining elements, types, and namespaces
- Versioning and modular schema design
Labs:
- Lab 3.1: Design an XML Schema for customer orders
- Lab 3.2: Validate sample XML documents against your schema
4) Registering and Managing XML Schemas
- Registering XML Schemas in Oracle
- Schema repository management
- Handling updates and dependencies
Labs:
- Lab 4.1: Register schemas with DBMS_XMLSCHEMA
- Lab 4.2: Manage schema evolution and re-registration
- Lab 4.3: Validate documents using registered schemas
5) Querying XML with SQL/XML
- SQL/XML functions (EXTRACT, EXISTSNODE, XMLQUERY)
- Using XMLTABLE and XMLAGG
- Mapping XML data to relational results
Labs:
- Lab 5.1: Extract XML nodes and attributes with SQL/XML functions
- Lab 5.2: Build relational-style reports using XMLTABLE
- Lab 5.3: Create XML aggregates from relational data
6) Querying XML with XPath and XQuery
- XPath syntax and expressions
- XQuery structure, variables, and FLWOR expressions
- Integrating XQuery into SQL
Labs:
- Lab 6.1: Execute XPath queries on XMLType data
- Lab 6.2: Create XQuery functions for XML filtering and transformation
- Lab 6.3: Combine SQL and XQuery for advanced joins
7) Transforming XML with XSLT
- XSLT concepts and templates
- Transforming XML data for reports and interfaces
- Using XSLT with Oracle packages
Labs:
- Lab 7.1: Write and apply XSLT stylesheets to XML documents
- Lab 7.2: Automate transformations with DBMS_XSLPROCESSOR
- Lab 7.3: Export transformed data to external systems
8) XMLIndex and Performance Optimization
- XMLIndex structure and components
- Path-based, structured, and full-text indexing
- Query performance analysis
Labs:
- Lab 8.1: Create and tune XMLIndex
- Lab 8.2: Benchmark query speed before and after indexing
- Lab 8.3: Configure structured component indexing for frequent queries
9) Binary XML Internals
- Binary XML encoding and storage efficiency
- Compression and parsing performance
- Debugging and analyzing binary XML
Labs:
- Lab 9.1: Load large XML datasets into Binary XML
- Lab 9.2: Use DBMS_XDBRESOURCE to inspect storage metadata
- Lab 9.3: Optimize parsing and memory usage
10) XML Storage and Retrieval APIs
- DBMS_XMLGEN and DBMS_XMLSTORE APIs
- Converting relational data to XML and back
- Automating XML imports and exports
Labs:
- Lab 10.1: Generate XML from relational data using DBMS_XMLGEN
- Lab 10.2: Load XML data into relational tables with DBMS_XMLSTORE
- Lab 10.3: Build scheduled XML synchronization jobs
11) Integrating XML with Web Services
- REST and SOAP access to Oracle XML DB
- Publishing XML resources as services
- Consuming XML APIs and transforming responses
Labs:
- Lab 11.1: Create RESTful endpoints using XML DB Repository
- Lab 11.2: Call external SOAP APIs and process XML payloads
- Lab 11.3: Implement two-way XML integration scenario
12) Security and Access Control
- XML DB Access Control Lists (ACLs)
- Privileges and roles for XML resources
- Data encryption and secure transmission
Labs:
- Lab 12.1: Configure ACLs for XML folders
- Lab 12.2: Test user-based access restrictions
- Lab 12.3: Implement SSL for XML DB HTTP access
13) Managing XML DB Repository
- Repository organization and folder management
- Versioning and metadata management
- Auditing XML operations
Labs:
- Lab 13.1: Create repository folders and assign ACLs
- Lab 13.2: Manage XML document versions and metadata
- Lab 13.3: Configure audit trails for XML operations
14) Large XML Data Management
- Partitioning XML data
- Streaming large XML files
- Memory and I/O tuning
Labs:
- Lab 14.1: Partition XMLType tables by schema attributes
- Lab 14.2: Use streaming APIs for large file ingestion
- Lab 14.3: Measure performance under concurrent access
15) XML Validation and Error Handling
- Schema validation methods
- Handling parsing and constraint errors
- Logging and debugging invalid XML
Labs:
- Lab 15.1: Validate incoming XML with PL/SQL functions
- Lab 15.2: Build error-tracking tables for XML loading
- Lab 15.3: Create a validation and retry workflow
16) XML in Enterprise Integration
- XML with Oracle SOA Suite and Oracle Integration Cloud
- Hybrid XML/JSON systems
- Case studies from finance, logistics, and healthcare
Labs:
- Lab 16.1: Build XML integration flows using DBMS_XMLGEN
- Lab 16.2: Convert XML to JSON for REST APIs
- Lab 16.3: Design an end-to-end XML workflow simulation
17) Capstone Project – XML Database Implementation
- Designing a full XML solution in Oracle
- Integrating storage, indexing, querying, and web services
- Performance analysis and reporting
Labs:
- Lab 17.1: Design an XML schema and register it
- Lab 17.2: Build a repository-based XML web service
- Lab 17.3: Tune indexing and validate performance
- Lab 17.4: Present end-to-end XML DB solution with documentation
