Skills 101: Toad | Cracking the Code: Diagnose Database Issues Fast

We are breaking down how real teams use Toad for Oracle’s diagnostic, debugging, and optimization tools to pinpoint root causes quickly, whether the issue is hidden in a SQL plan, a piece of PL/SQL code, or a sudden spike in locking activity. Think of it as your guided tour through the “what just happened and how do I fix it?” toolkit.

We will explore:
• Decode SQL Execution Plans to see exactly how Oracle processes your statements and where inefficiencies hide.
• Use SQL Optimizer to uncover slow-running queries and automatically surface higher-performing alternatives.
• Leverage SQL Tracker and Session Browser to spot bottlenecks, blocking sessions, and the root of locking issues.
• Step through logic with the PL/SQL Debugger to quickly find code defects, unexpected logic paths, or broken processes.
• Run Code Analysis to catch maintainability risks and rule violations before they escalate into production issues.
• Turn to Spotlight and Foglight when you need real-time visibility to diagnose spikes, stalls, and system anomalies fast.

By the end of this session, you will have a practical, real-world process for isolating what is wrong and the right Toad tools to confirm it quickly so you can spend less time hunting for root causes and more time delivering fixes that last.