Master Oracle
Database Migration
Learn step-by-step strategies to plan, execute, and optimize Oracle database migrations—led by industry experts. Master tools like ZDM, GG, and Mv2ADB.
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About the Program
Program Overview
The Oracle Database Migration Masterclass is a specially designed, deep-dive program built for professionals aiming to master the complex yet essential art of database migration—especially in hybrid and cloud environments.
Career Opportunities
With the global shift toward cloud-native infrastructure, skilled professionals who can manage and execute database migrations are in extremely high demand. This masterclass positions you as a strategic asset in modern IT teams.
Learning Approach
Crafted with a real-world-first mindset—bridging the gap between traditional training and actual enterprise implementation. Immerse yourself in a structured, practical learning journey led by an Oracle expert with 18+ years of industry experience.
Skills You'll Gain
Understand the what and why of Oracle database migrations. You’ll build the practical know-how and confidence to execute complex migrations in live environments, across platforms and cloud infrastructures.
Tools & Technologies
This masterclass is built around enterprise-grade tools and technologies used by leading organizations during On-Prem to cloud migration projects. You’ll gain practical exposure and working knowledge of the most in-demand tools in the Oracle ecosystem and cloud infrastructure.
Oracle Database Migration Overview
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THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF?
Whether you are starting out or upgrading your career to Cloud DBA.
Working Oracle DBAs
Already managing production environments? Level up by mastering advanced migration techniques like cross-platform RMAN, ZDM, Mv2ADB. Handle real-world cloud transitions confidently.
On-Prem Professionals
Planning to move 11g/12c/18c to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), DBCS, or ExaCC? Get the skills to evaluate migration strategies, execute them, and manage the post-migration environment.
System Admins & Infra
Involved in data center transformation? Understand the dependencies between OS and Oracle platform, including storage, networking, and performance impacts during migration.
Database Architects
If you're a data analyst or data scientist working with data stored in Oracle, understanding how to administer, optimize, and secure migrating databases gives you more architectural control.
Oracle Developers
Gain essential knowledge to transition your development practices to cloud-native paradigms within the Oracle ecosystem.
Organizations
Companies looking to upskill their teams or develop internal Oracle Database expertise should invest in training for their IT, infrastructure, and development teams.
Oracle Database Migration Cloud Journey
Your roadmap to mastering Oracle Database Migration from On-Prem to Cloud
1. Assessment & Planning
Identify source environments, assess workloads, downtime needs, and finalize migration strategy (Data Pump, ZDM, GoldenGate).
2. Environment Preparation
Provision target environment (OCI, Exadata, ExaCC), configure network & security, install tools.
3. Data Transfer & Migration
Perform logical/physical data migration using RMAN, Data Pump, TTS, or ZDM. Ensure object compatibility.
4. Validation & Testing
Run integrity checks, validate performance, test application and failover scenarios.
5. Cutover & Go-Live
Perform final sync (if needed), execute switchover, monitor live traffic and user experience.
6. Post-Migration Support
Enable backups, monitoring, tuning, and ensure long-term operational support.
Explore Our Syllabus
Comprehensive 11-Module Structure designed for success. Click to expand.
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ORACLE DATABASE MIGRATION
MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO ORACLE DATABASE MIGRATION
- LESSON 1: Key concepts of database migration
- LESSON 2: Difference between migration and in-place upgrades
- LESSON 3: Migration lifecycle & planning approach
- Assessment
- Planning
- Testing
- Migration Execution
- Validation & Optimization
MODULE 2: MIGRATION APPROACHES AND METHODS
MODULE 2: MIGRATION APPROACHES AND METHODS
- LESSON 1: Different migration techniques
- LESSON 2: Criteria for selecting suitable methods
- LESSON 3: Logical vs Physical migration comparison
- Logical → Data Pump, GoldenGate (Flexible, slower for large DBs)
- Physical → RMAN, TTS, ZDM (Faster, less flexible)
MODULE 3: ORACLE DATABASE MIGRATION FROM ON-PREM TO CLOUD
MODULE 3: ORACLE DATABASE MIGRATION FROM ON-PREM TO CLOUD
- LESSON 1: Core migration methodologies
- LESSON 2: Environment configuration best practices
- LESSON 3: Infrastructure preparation essentials
- LESSON 4: Migration Methodologies Overview
- Lift & Shift → VM-based, simple rehosting
- Re-platform → Move to DBaaS or ATP
- Re-architecture → Utilize cloud-native services for re-design
MODULE 4: ORACLE 12.2 TO 19C MIGRATION (PHYSICAL ONLINE)
MODULE 4: ORACLE 12.2 TO 19C MIGRATION (PHYSICAL ONLINE)
- LESSON 1: Migration process 12.2 → 19c
- LESSON 2: Data Guard inflight upgrades
- LESSON 3: Version-specific considerations & best practices
- LESSON 4: Physical Migration Process Steps
- RMAN Duplicate or Restore database
- Standby creation using Oracle 19c features
- Switchover after synchronization completion
MODULE 5: CROSS-PLATFORM MIGRATION WITH XTTS
MODULE 5: CROSS-PLATFORM MIGRATION WITH XTTS
- LESSON 1: Understanding XTTS (Transportable Tablespaces)
- LESSON 2: UNIX → Linux migration techniques
- LESSON 3: Endian format conversion
MODULE 6: DATA PUMP FOR LOGICAL OFFLINE MIGRATION
MODULE 6: DATA PUMP FOR LOGICAL OFFLINE MIGRATION
- LESSON 1: Mastering Oracle Data Pump for large migrations
- LESSON 2: Performance optimization strategies
- LESSON 3: Handling metadata accurately
MODULE 7: ZERO DOWNTIME MIGRATION (ZDM) WITH GOLDENGATE
MODULE 7: ZERO DOWNTIME MIGRATION (ZDM) WITH GOLDENGATE
- LESSON 1: ZDM architecture components
- LESSON 2: GoldenGate configuration for online migrations
- LESSON 3: End-to-end logical online migration workflow
MODULE 8: M5 MIGRATION FOR LINUX VERSION UPGRADES
MODULE 8: M5 MIGRATION FOR LINUX VERSION UPGRADES
- LESSON 1: M5 migration methodology
- LESSON 2: Migrating Linux 18.16 → Oracle 19c
- LESSON 3: Platform-specific performance tuning
MODULE 9: AUTONOMOUS DATABASE MIGRATION
MODULE 9: AUTONOMOUS DATABASE MIGRATION
- LESSON 1: Migration to Autonomous Transaction Processing (ATP)
- LESSON 2: Data Guard configurations within Oracle Cloud
- LESSON 3: Cloud-specific migration considerations & optimizations
MODULE 10: CERTIFICATION EXAM AND INTERVIEW PREPARATION
MODULE 10: CERTIFICATION EXAM AND INTERVIEW PREPARATION
- LESSON 1: Certification Exam Overview
- LESSON 2: Exam Topics Discussion
- LESSON 3: Sample Exam Questions
MODULE 11: CV & JOB PREPARATION
MODULE 11: CV & JOB PREPARATION
- LESSON 1: CV Preparation Sessions
- LESSON 2: Mock Interviews
- LESSON 3: Interview Questions Discussion
- LESSON 4: Projects & Hands on Work
Bonuses with this course
Group Live Q&A
Interactive Live Sessions to clear doubts.
1 Year Access
1 year learning access with deep insights.
Cloud DBA Community
Deal with industry professionals globally.
Hands-on Labs
Cloud DBA Free hands-on lab on OCI.
Certification Guidance
Guidance for Cloud DBA Certifications.
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Get Oracle Certified
Yes! You will get a course completion certificate from Exaguru, but we also strongly urge and provide guidance for you to complete your official Oracle Certification from Oracle University.
Choose Your Plan
- 1 Year LMS Access
- All downloadable PDF, PPT & Lab Guides
- Lifetime Community Access
- 100% OCI LAB Access throughout the course
- 1 Year LMS Access
- All downloadable PDF, PPT & Lab Guides
- Lifetime Community Access
- 100% OCI LAB Access throughout the course
Meet Your Instructor
Ram Gurjar
Senior Database Architect | Oracle Migration Specialist
Experience
18 years of extensive expertise in Oracle Database Administration & Migration across Banking, Telecom, and diverse industries.
Migration Specialist
Hands-on mastery in executing multi-terabyte, business-critical migrations with tools like ZDM, RMAN, Data Guard, XTTS, GoldenGate, and Cross-Platform PDBs.
Industry Insight
Deep exposure to mission-critical systems in Banking and Telecom, ensuring seamless migration and zero downtime strategies.
Proven Educator & Mentor
Guided professionals and teams in adopting Oracle best practices for large-scale database transformation projects.
"With a distinguished record of delivering successful, enterprise-scale Oracle database migrations, Ram Gurjar stands as a leading authority in the field. He brings over 18 years of expertise, particularly in orchestrating complex, high-stakes migrations to modern platforms like Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)."
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