June 24th, 2010 by Chandra Movva

The new features with Release 4.0 include
Web Sheets: Provides a quick and simple way to integrate and share content and data on the Web.
Dynamic Actions: Allows to declaratively incorporate dynamic client-side processes, without requiring to learn and use JavaScript and AJAX to provide a robust Web 2.0 user experience.
Better themes: Provide a modernized user interface that is compliant with XHTML and CSS standards.
and many more …
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Oracle Application Express 4.0 requires an Oracle Database version 10.2.0.3 or higher
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June 16th, 2010 by Chandra Movva
Oracle Apex 3.2 can be installed in Oracle 9i Release 2(9.2) or Oracle 10g. Oracle 11g comes pre-installed with Apex 3.2 and Oracle XE can be upgraded to Apex 3.2 as it comes pre-installed with Apex 2.1.
Installation Best Practices(Applicable to Apex 3.2 on Oracle 9i Release 2(9.2) or Oracle 10g Rel 1 and Rel 2)
1. Default or Dedicated? The Apex 3.2 installer by defualt install into SYSAUX(System Auxiliary) tablespace, a new feature of Oracle 10g. Instead of using the SYSAUX it is better to use dedicated tablespace for the following reasons.
a. The Apex installation creates 3 new database accounts and associated objects and metadata and hence belong to a dedicated tablespace. This provides more control and flexibility over the admin. of the APEX environment especially from the recovery point of view.
The 3 new accounts created are
APEX_030200- The account that owns the Oracle Application Express schema and metadata
FLOWS_FILES – The account that owns Oracle Application Express uploaded files.
APEX_PUBLIC_USER - The minimally privileged account used for Oracle Application Express configuration with Oracle HTTP Server and mod_plsql.
b. Facilitate DBA to decide on which disk should be used to store the dedicated tablespace in order to reduce contention.
2. Naming Conventions: Follow naming conventions or create one if one does not exists so that it can be helpful during upgrade in future. For e.g the tablspace name can be given as APEX_REL32 or APEX_32 to identify that the table space is associated with APEX 3.2.
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June 10th, 2010 by Chandra Movva
Companies of all sizes irrespective of their nature of business are fast embracing blogs as a means of effective communication with stakeholders such as customers, clients, employees etc. , for advertising, marketing and promotion purposes, for improving customer service etc. Blog helps companies be a part of a conversation and opening up their ears to valuable constructive feedback from the stakeholders.
Here are the top 5 reasons.
1. Communicating with Stakeholders: Instead of sending out print materials or emails companies are reaching out to existing as well as potential customers using blog as an effective social media tool. The following become fodder for the company blog.
- New product introductions/launches
- Product reviews
- Inventory updates
- Links to official press releases
- Industry or Company related news
2. Marketing, Advertising & Promotion:
- Provide targeted advertising
- Discuss and review products and services
- Build loyality
- Build buzz for upcoming product launches
- Build additional web traffic
3. Customer Service:
- As a supplement to traditional customer service.
- Help allay customer’s anxiety by explaining product delays, service interruptions etc.
- Distribute answers quickly and efficiently.
- Cutting down on stress for customers and employees alike.
4. Product Enhancement:
- To give their customers a sense of added value for their purchases.
5. Providing Expertise:
- To impart expert knowledge on products and services
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May 26th, 2010 by Chandra Movva

Micrsoft will officially release Office 2010 on June 15, 2010. The list of new features include Social Connector, built-in screen capture tool, SmartArt Templates and much more ..
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May 13th, 2010 by Chandra Movva
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February 3rd, 2010 by Chandra Movva
This is a first posting from Synerz Technologies Inc. We are excited to share our knowledge and experience related to Oracle, Microsoft(ASP.NET), Java(J2EE) and Open Source Technologies.
We will be posting as we come across various challenges during IT administration, development and implementation.
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