Preface
This guide explains how to use the object-relational features of Oracle AI Database 26ai. Information in this guide applies to versions of Oracle AI Database that run on all platforms, and does not include system-specific information.
Audience
This guide is intended for programmers developing new applications or converting existing applications to run in the Oracle environment. The object-relational features are often used in content management, data warehousing, data/information integration, and similar applications that deal with complex structured data. The object views feature can be valuable when writing new C++, C#, Java, or XML applications on top of an existing relational schema.
This guide assumes that you have a working knowledge of application programming and that you are familiar with the use of Structured Query Language (SQL) to access information in relational databases. You should be familiar with the information in Oracle AI Database SQL Language Quick Reference, Oracle AI Database PL/SQL Language Reference, and Oracle AI Database 2 Day Developer's Guide, and with object-oriented programming techniques.
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