1ZO-051: Oracle Database 11g: Using ANSI Standard Joins

The ability to retrieve data from a table is an absolutely essential element of learning SQL. However, real-world requirements often demand the ability to select data from multiple tables concurrently and present it in a meaningful way. Herein lies the ability to join tables.

In this article by Steve Ries, author of OCA Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I: A Real World Certification Guide (1ZO-051), we shall join tables using ANSI-compliant join syntax.

Introducing Sametime 8.5.2

Why would a company or organization choose to use Sametime? They might choose Sametime because it closely integrates with their existing collaboration environment—IBM Lotus Notes and Domino, Lotus Quickr, or IBM Connections. They may also choose a real-time collaboration system such as Sametime to save money. Online meetings and instant messaging helps save money by eliminating the need for travel costs and long distance phone expenditures, especially if a company integrates Sametime with their existing Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system.

In this article written by Gabriella Davis, Marie L. Scott, and Thomas Duff, authors of IBM Sametime 8.5.2 Administration Guide, we will cover:

• What's new in Sametime 8.5.2
• What has changed with regards to Sametime server architecture
• The different types of Sametime clients available in Sametime 8.5.2
• Why you should install Sametime 8.5.2 or upgrade from prior versions

Configuration in Salesforce CRM

In this article by Paul Goodey, author of Salesforce CRM: The Definitive Admin Handbook, we will describe in detail the Salesforce CRM record storage features and user interface that can be customized such as objects, fields, and page layouts. In addition, we will see an overview of the relationship that exists between the profile and these customizable features that the profile controls.

This article looks at the methods for configuring and tailoring the application to suit the way your company information can be best represented within the Salesforce CRM application.

Working with Client Object Model in Microsoft Sharepoint

Microsoft SharePoint 2010 is the best-in-class platform for content management and collaboration. With Visual Studio, developers have an end-to-end business solutions development IDE. To leverage this powerful combination of tools it is necessary to understand the different building blocks of SharePoint.

In this article by Balaji Kithiganahalli, author of Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Development with Visual Studio 2010 Expert Cookbook, we will cover:

• Creating a list using a Client Object Model
• Handling exceptions
• Calling Object Model asynchronously