Chapter 13. Functions

Chapter Objectives

In this Chapter, you will learn about:

Creating and Using Functions

A function that is stored in the database is much like a procedure in that it is a namedPL/SQL block that can take parameters and be invoked. There are key differences both in the way it is created and how it is used. In this chapter, you will cover the basics of how to create, make use of, and drop a function.

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