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Chapter 1: Getting Started

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What is GoldenGate?
Oracle GoldenGate evolution
Oracle GoldenGate solutions
Oracle GoldenGate technology overview
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Testing Change Data Capture and Delivery

Stopping GoldenGate processes
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Chapter 8: Managing Oracle GoldenGate

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Appendix A: GGSCI Commands

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Appendix C: The Future of Oracle GoldenGate
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