Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
560
Language
English
Published
Nov 2, 2005
Publisher
Apress
ISBN-10
1590596366
ISBN-13
9781590596364
Description
Jonathan Lewis and Thomas Kyte delve into the intricate mechanisms of the cost-based optimizer, a crucial tool for database administrators. Their expertise offers readers a deeper understanding of how decisions are made within database management systems. By breaking down complex concepts, they empower DBAs to enhance performance and efficiency in their systems.
The authors emphasize practical strategies and techniques that can be directly applied to real-world scenarios. This hands-on approach demystifies the optimizer's workings, allowing database professionals to make informed decisions that lead to optimized query performance. As readers progress, they discover how to leverage these insights to troubleshoot issues and refine their database configurations.
Throughout the book, Jonathan and Thomas foster a comprehensive understanding of the optimizer's role in database environments. Their insights encourage an engaging journey through the foundational elements of cost-based optimization, equipping readers with valuable knowledge that can transform their approach to database management.
The authors emphasize practical strategies and techniques that can be directly applied to real-world scenarios. This hands-on approach demystifies the optimizer's workings, allowing database professionals to make informed decisions that lead to optimized query performance. As readers progress, they discover how to leverage these insights to troubleshoot issues and refine their database configurations.
Throughout the book, Jonathan and Thomas foster a comprehensive understanding of the optimizer's role in database environments. Their insights encourage an engaging journey through the foundational elements of cost-based optimization, equipping readers with valuable knowledge that can transform their approach to database management.