Learn PLSQL with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 20, 2025
Practical Examples
Insert audit logs via triggers
Automate monthly report generation
Validate input data using procedures
Bulk update using FORALL with collections
Implement sequence-based ID generation
Troubleshooting
Check syntax errors in PL/SQL blocks
Ensure correct privilege for executing procedures
Verify cursor queries return expected rows
Handle NO_DATA_FOUND and TOO_MANY_ROWS exceptions
Check for lock or deadlock issues
Testing Guide
Write unit tests using DBMS_OUTPUT or PL/SQL test frameworks
Test procedures/functions independently
Validate triggers in controlled environments
Use exception handling to catch unexpected errors
Review query performance and correctness
Deployment Options
Deploy stored procedures/functions in Oracle Database
Package for modular reusable code
Use triggers for automated operations
Automate batch jobs via DBMS_SCHEDULER
Deploy to multiple environments (dev/test/prod)
Tools Ecosystem
Oracle SQL Developer
SQL*Plus
Toad for Oracle
PL/SQL Developer
Oracle APEX
Integrations
Calling PL/SQL from Java via JDBC
Oracle REST Data Services (ORDS) integration
External procedures using C or Java
Integration with Oracle Forms and Reports
ETL workflows using Oracle Data Integrator (ODI)
Productivity Tips
Use templates for procedures/functions
Leverage packages for reusable logic
Enable SERVEROUTPUT for debugging
Use bulk processing to enhance performance
Keep exception handling consistent
Challenges
Create a logging trigger for inserts/updates
Write a bulk data import procedure
Implement a sequence-based ID generator
Optimize cursor-based loops for performance
Build a package with reusable utility functions