Oracle SQL Dcveloper is a graphical version of SQL*Plus that givcs databasc administrators a convenient way to pcrform basie tasks involving schema objeets. For example, you can browse. create, cdit, and dclete (drop) databasc schema objeets. You can also run SQL statements and scripts. import and cxport table data, find invalid schema objeets, and vicw reports.
You can connect to any target Oracle databasc schema using standard Oracle databasc authentication. Once connected, you can pcrform operations on schema objeets.
The fol łowing topics provide basie Information needed to begin using SQL Developer effectively:
■Installing and Starting SQL Developer ■Understanding the SQL Developer User Interface ■Creating a Database Connection