Unlike the rapid-release model of 21c and 23c (now 23ai), 19c is the last Oracle Database version with extended support ending in 2027 (and optional through 2029). This makes it the standard for enterprise production environments.
Oracle Database 19c is not static. While 19c is a “terminal release” (meaning future innovations are built on 23ai), Oracle continues to release Release Updates (RUs) for 19c until April 2027. The initial 19c Student Guide from 2019 lacks critical features added in newer RUs.
The updated Student Guide PDF (version 5.0 or higher, as of late 2024/early 2026) incorporates: Unlike the rapid-release model of 21c and 23c
Using an outdated guide means studying deprecated parameters, missing half the labs, and failing Oracle’s current 1Z0-083 (Oracle Database Administration 2023 Professional) exam.
Edition: 1.0
Release Date: [Current Year]
Oracle Database Version: 19c (Long-Term Support Release)
Audience: Junior DBAs, System Administrators, IT Professionals While detailed backup strategies are often a separate
While detailed backup strategies are often a separate course, the 19c Administration Workshop guide introduces:
The Oracle Workshop Student Guide is designed for an instructor-led 5-day course. Follow this order: 18c) to 19c.
For the "updated" guide, this module is critical. It covers the upgrade path using the Database Upgrade Assistant (DBUA) and pre-upgrade information tools. It outlines the steps required to migrate from older versions (11g, 12c, 18c) to 19c.