When Oracle announced the release of its Autonomous
Database in 2018, DBAs had to wonder how it would change
their jobs. Using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning
(ML) technologies, the Autonomous
Database handles patching, upgrades, and tuning; manages its own
security needs; and can perform repairs on itself, eliminating
human error in the process. What’s left for a DBA to do?
Well, the fun stuff: As automation absorbs mundane tasks such as
tuning, backups,...
