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How to Get Schema Details in Oracle SQL Developer?

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You can retrieve schema details in Oracle SQL Developer using various methods. Here are some common approaches:

1. Using the Schema Browser

  • Open the Schema Browser: Navigate to the "Connections" tab and expand the connection you want to explore.
  • Locate the Schema: Find the schema you're interested in under the "Schemas" section.
  • View Details: Right-click the schema and select "Properties" to view its details, including its name, owner, and associated objects.

2. Running SQL Queries

  • USER function: Use the USER function to retrieve the current user's schema name.
  • ALL_USERS view: Query the ALL_USERS view to list all schemas in the database.
  • DBA_OBJECTS view: Retrieve details about objects within a specific schema by filtering the DBA_OBJECTS view using the schema name.

Example:

-- Get the current user's schema name
SELECT USER FROM DUAL;

-- List all schemas in the database
SELECT username FROM ALL_USERS;

-- Retrieve details about objects in the 'HR' schema
SELECT object_name, object_type FROM DBA_OBJECTS WHERE owner = 'HR';

3. Using the SQL Developer's "Object Browser"

  • Access the Object Browser: Go to "View" > "Object Browser".
  • Filter by Schema: Use the filter options to display only objects from the desired schema.
  • Explore Object Properties: Double-click an object to view its detailed properties, including its type, definition, and associated code.

4. Using the "Data Modeler"

  • Open the Data Modeler: Go to "Tools" > "Data Modeler".
  • Import Schema: Import the schema you want to analyze.
  • Explore the Model: Use the Data Modeler's features to visualize the schema's structure, relationships between tables, and object properties.

These methods provide different ways to access schema details in Oracle SQL Developer, allowing you to choose the best approach based on your specific needs and preferences.

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