The Oracle ACE community is an engine for innovation and thought leadership across the data landscape. In this edition of ACE Voices, we spotlight new blog posts that cover everything from advancing AI integration to security, upgrades, and next-gen search. Explore these ACE-authored articles to sharpen your Oracle Database skills and keep pace with the latest features and best practices.
AI Chatting with Your Oracle Database – Step by Step for Beginners
Rafał Grzegorczyk (Oracle ACE Pro)
Ever wanted to interact with your Oracle Database through AI? Discover how you can use SQLcl MCP Server to chat with your database in just five minutes. Perfect for beginners looking for a quick and practical introduction.
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OCI Autonomous Database Metadata Clones for APEX
Matt Mulvaney (Oracle ACE Director)
Understand the three different cloning options when working with Oracle Autonomous Database and how to leverage metadata clones for Oracle APEX development.
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Easily Upgrade Your Autonomous Database Serverless to Oracle Database 23ai: Step-by-Step Guide
Narasimha Rao Karanam (Oracle ACE Associate)
Learn how to execute a scheduled, low-disruption upgrade from Oracle Database 19c to 23ai in your Autonomous Database Serverless environment. The post offers a practical walkthrough, helpful tips, and best practices for ensuring a smooth transition.
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Oracle Database Vault on Autonomous Database
Anas Darkal (Oracle ACE Associate)
Explore how Oracle Database Vault adds an extra layer of security by enforcing separation of duties and controlling access to sensitive data—even for privileged users. A must-read for anyone concerned with security and compliance on Autonomous Database.
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Introduction to JSON in Oracle Database
Yurii Slobodianiuk (Oracle ACE Associate)
JSON is at the heart of modern API integrations. Get a hands-on look at the tools and methods for managing and processing JSON within Oracle Database—ideal for developers working on REST APIs or web services.
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Vector Similarity Search Using Oracle Database 23ai and APEX 24.2
Dhritiman Deb (Oracle ACE Associate)
Harness the power of Oracle 23ai for efficient document search using vector similarity. This blog illustrates how APEX 24.2 can integrate with new database capabilities to help teams quickly locate key documents and knowledge.
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Explore these ACE-authored resources to deepen your Oracle Database expertise and get inspired by today’s innovation in AI, security, and search. The Oracle ACE community remains at the forefront—bridging knowledge and practical solutions for tomorrow’s data challenges.
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