Pro Oracle GoldenGate 23ai for the DBA

Take an in-depth dive into Oracle GoldenGate and the new features of 23ai. This book offers database administrators (DBAs) and architects insights into the architecture, focusing on maintaining a fundamental understanding of replication for on-premises, cloud, and automation scenarios. After a tour through the architecture and discussion of what makes GoldenGate management-friendly, the book moves into advanced implementation components. You’ll find many use cases and instructions to help with everything from the easiest to the most complex implementations. Oracle GoldenGate implementation involves both business and technical resources. By focusing on the DBA perspective, the book addresses the key aspects of defining, implementing, and supporting a GoldenGate environment, covering the who, what, why, when, and how. The book provides the insights needed to navigate the implementation and support processes effectively. What You Will Learn Understand the core microservices architectures of Oracle GoldenGate Implement one-way streams of data capture and application for Oracle and PostgreSQL Design, build, and implement multi-master replication models Manage and troubleshoot solutions Master new features and utilities of Oracle GoldenGate supported in Oracle 23ai Transform your data replication strategy into a competitive advantage with Oracle GoldenGate 23ai. This comprehensive guide delivers the practical knowledge DBAs and architects need to implement, optimize, and scale Oracle GoldenGate 23ai in production environments. Written by Oracle ACE Director Bobby Curtis, it blends deep technical expertise with real-world business insights from hundreds of implementations across manufacturing, financial services, and technology sectors. Beyond traditional replication, this book explores the groundbreaking capabilities that make GoldenGate 23ai essential for modern AI initiatives. Learn how to implement real-time vector replication for RAG systems, integrate with cloud platforms like GCP and Snowflake, and automate deployments using REST APIs and Python. Each chapter offers proven strategies to deliver measurable ROI while reducing operational risk. Whether you're upgrading from Classic GoldenGate, deploying your first cloud data pipeline, or building AI-ready data architectures, this book provides the strategic guidance and technical depth to succeed. With Bobby's signature direct approach, you'll avoid common pitfalls and implement best practices that scale with your business. What You Will Learn Master the microservices architecture and new capabilities of Oracle GoldenGate 23ai Implement secure, high-performance data replication across Oracle, PostgreSQL, and cloud databases Configure vector replication for AI and machine learning workloads, including RAG systems Design and build multi-master replication models with automatic conflict resolution Automate deployments and management using RESTful APIs and Python Optimize performance for sub-second replication lag in production environments Secure your replication environment with enterprise-grade features and compliance Upgrade from Classic to Microservices architecture with zero downtime Integrate with cloud platforms including OCI, GCP, AWS, and Azure Implement real-time data pipelines to BigQuery, Snowflake, and other cloud targets Navigate Oracle licensing models and optimize costs Who This Book Is For Database administrators, architects, and IT leaders working with Oracle GoldenGate—whether deploying for the first time, migrating from Classic architecture, or enabling AI-driven replication—will find actionable guidance on implementation, performance tuning, automation, and cloud integration. Covers unidirectional and multi-master replication and is packed with real-world use cases.