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Adapter Oracle Oracle Database

Oracle Database

Oracle Database is a trusted relational database management system (RDBMS) known for its reliability, scalability and advanced features, making it a popular choice for businesses to manage and retrieve large amounts of data.

Confidently run Oracle Database jobs

Bring intelligent workload automation to your Oracle environment.

Manage complexity

Coordinate dependencies in end-to-end business processes.

Control data flows

Process the right data at the right time and get it to the right place.

Exceed SLAs

Automate job sequencing based on data readiness.

Advanced automation for database processes

Oracle databases are often tightly coupled with other systems, so they require careful coordination and precise scheduling. With Tidal, you can automate Oracle Database tasks and integrate them into broader enterprise workflows.

Create job definitions in Tidal, whether the job exists in Oracle already or is defined using SQL or PL/SQL blocks. Jobs can run in-line through Tidal for full visibility and control or be launched as DBMS jobs with more limited interaction. When jobs run in Tidal, detailed output and logging are available. For DBMS jobs, logging must be managed on the database side.

What the adapter enables

Tidal’s Oracle Database adapter lets you:

  • Orchestrate database jobs on-premises or in the cloud
  • Automate data delivery to the right place at the right time – manipulate, copy, move it and more
  • Monitor database events (e.g., file changes or table updates) to trigger job activity
  • Establish audit trails and compliance-friendly controls over data execution
  • Eliminate manual DBA tasks by scheduling backups, updates and checks in Tidal

How it works

Tidal supports two job types for Oracle:

  • Database job: Select and run predefined jobs stored in Oracle Database
  • PL/SQL job: Run in-line SQL queries and PL/SQL blocks defined directly in Tidal

You can assign parameters to either type, define pre- or post-processing steps and reuse saved job definitions. This gives you flexible control over database automation with full visibility across the job lifecycle.

Tidal also offers pre-built adapters for:

  • JDBC-compatible databases
  • Microsoft SQL Server and Azure databases
  • Oracle databases versions 9i, 10g and 11g

Tidal and Oracle Database integration FAQs

  • What is data integration in Oracle?

    In Oracle, data integration refers to the process of extracting, transforming and loading (ETL) data from various sources into a central repository or data warehouse for analysis and business intelligence. This process is crucial for businesses to consolidate and analyze data from different systems, providing a unified view for better decision-making.

  • What is the Oracle Data adapter?

    An Oracle Database adapter enables integration between Oracle databases and external systems by allowing data access, job submission and event monitoring. Tidal by Redwood’s Oracle Database adapter extends this concept by allowing you to automate, schedule and orchestrate Oracle database jobs directly in the Tidal platform. It connects to Oracle databases — on-premises or in the cloud — using native SQL and PL/SQL — and integrates them into enterprise-wide workflows without requiring custom scripts or manual handoffs.

  • What is Oracle Database used for?

    Oracle Database, a relational database management system (RDBMS), is used for managing and storing large amounts of data in a structured and organized way. It's widely used across various industries for applications like online transaction processing (OLTP), data warehousing and even in enterprise-level systems. Oracle Database also supports object-oriented features, making it suitable for storing complex business models.

  • Is Oracle SQL the same as MySQL?

    Oracle and MySQL are both popular relational database management systems (RDBMS), but they differ in several key aspects. Oracle is a commercial database known for its robust features and enterprise-grade performance, while MySQL is an open-source database widely used for web applications and other projects where cost-effectiveness and flexibility are priorities.