Learn to patch the way God intended (S2E2)

Learn how to patch Grid Infrastructure for Single Instance, aka Oracle Restart, using out-of-place patching.

Learn to patch the way God intended (S2E1)

Learn how to patch Oracle RAC database in out-of-place mode and use Gold Image for maximum simplicity and minimum effort.

Learn to patch the way God intended (S1E3)

Third post of a series dedicated to the art of Oracle patching. We continue with out-of-place patching, simplified using Gold Image.

Learn to patch the way God intended (S1E2)

Second post of a series dedicated to the art of Oracle patching. We continue with out-of-place patching, the recommended and also the most efficient way.

Learn to patch the way God intended (S1E1)

First post of a series dedicated to the art of Oracle patching. We start with in-place patching, the most common and also the most dangerous way.

Download patches like a pro

Learn how to download Oracle patches, both manually and automated, using the getMOSPatch utility.

How a clone can help us with a patch (updated to 12c)

Link to article published in Oracle Technology Network, about how to use an Oracle Home clone to apply patches.