1 Changes in This Release

This section lists the changes in this release.

  • Pre-Authenticated Requests:

    Use pre-authenticated requests for external users to access ORDS protected RESTful services.

    See Using Pre-Authenticated Requests to Access ORDS RESTful Services

  • Use SQL Syntax to Query Remote Catalogs:

    You can access external data by mounting catalogs and querying them using a simplified SQL syntax. This capability enables you to discover and analyze external data effortlessly.

    See Query Remote Catalogs and Databases for more information.

  • Data Studio Jobs feature:

    The Jobs feature in the Data Studio suite enables you to run tasks by automating them. You can run processes on a fixed schedule or trigger them based on specific events.

    With the Jobs feature, you can automate a variety of essential tasks including:

    • Data Loading: Import and update datasets using the Data Load Tool.

    • Data Augmentation: Enhance your data with AI-powered insights using the Table AI Assist Tool.

    • Database Operations: Run PL/SQL procedures to maintain your data in the backend.

    • API Integrations: Run REST calls to connect with external systems and integrate diverse data sources.

    This automation frees you from repetitive tasks and helps you focus on actionable insights.

    See The Jobs Feature for more information.

  • Data Load BICC Support: The Data Load tool of the Data Studio suite of tool supports Business Intelligence Cloud Connector (BICC) data. You can export your BICC content to object storage and effortlessly load and integrate this data with the Autonomous Database.

    See Loading Data from Cloud Storage for more information.

  • Data Load Bulk Edit Wizard:
    You can update multiple columns at once using the Bulk Edit settings in the mapping table. Quickly search for specific columns and apply changes to all selected results in the pane. With Bulk Edit, you can:

    • Update values across entire groups of fields

    • Perform find and replace operations

    • Add prefixes or suffixes to target column names

    • Easily include or exclude columns for data loading into your target table

    This enhancement simplifies large scale data mapping updates, making your workflow more efficient.

    See Bulk Edit Settings for more information.

  • Table AI Assistant Enhancements

    You can interact with your data using the Table AI Assist tool with conversational AI technology. You can engage in natural language dialogues to query and analyze your database effortlessly. The tool understands context, adapts to your questions, and delivers precise, relevant responses.

    See Conversational AI for the Table AI Assist Tool for more information.