Oracle Pluggable Databases

Oracle Pluggable Databases (PDBs) are a feature of Oracle 12c and above that allow a single Oracle instance to host multiple, independent databases within it. This can be useful in a number of different scenarios, and can help organizations to better manage their database infrastructure and resources. 

PDB for development

One common use case for Oracle PDBs is for testing and development purposes. PDBs allow organizations to create multiple copies of their production databases, each with its own unique set of data and schema objects. This can be useful for testing new applications or making changes to the database schema without affecting the production environment.

PDB for consolidation

Another use case for Oracle PDBs is for consolidation of multiple databases onto a single server. This can help to reduce the number of servers required to support an organization's database infrastructure, and can also make it easier to manage and maintain those databases. PDBs can also be used to isolate different applications or departments within an organization, allowing each to have its own dedicated database within a single Oracle instance.

PDB for disaster recovery

PDBs can also be used for disaster recovery purposes, allowing organizations to quickly failover to a secondary server in the event of an outage or other disaster. This can help to minimize downtime and keep critical business operations running smoothly.

Overall, Oracle PDBs offer a number of benefits for organizations looking to manage their database infrastructure more efficiently. They allow for easier testing and development, consolidation of multiple databases, and improved disaster recovery capabilities, making them a useful tool in a variety of different scenarios.

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