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SQL Developer

Overview

What is SQL Developer?

Oracle SQL Developer is an integrated development environment (IDE) which provides editors for working with SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Java Procedures, and XML in Oracle databases.

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Recent Reviews

Must-have SQL editor

7 out of 10
April 12, 2021
Incentivized
Oracle SQL Developer is used across the company by different users depending on their preferences. Since it’s free, anyone can download …
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SQL Developer Review

9 out of 10
December 13, 2019
Incentivized
We use SQL Developer in our IT organization as well as in our functional side of the organization as well. It solves our issues for …
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Paolo Carzaniga | TrustRadius Reviewer
Paolo Carzaniga
Senior Application Engineer
STMicroelectronics (Semiconductors, 10,001+ employees)
Verified User
Professional in Information Technology
Higher Education Company, 10,001+ employees
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What is SQL Developer?

Oracle SQL Developer is an integrated development environment (IDE) which provides editors for working with SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Java Procedures, and XML in Oracle databases.

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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Product Details

What is SQL Developer?

Oracle SQL Developer is an integrated development environment (IDE) which provides editors for working with SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Java Procedures, and XML in Oracle databases.

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SQL Developer Technical Details

Deployment TypesSoftware as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo

Frequently Asked Questions

Oracle SQL Developer is an integrated development environment (IDE) which provides editors for working with SQL, PL/SQL, Stored Java Procedures, and XML in Oracle databases.

Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, and DBeaver are common alternatives for SQL Developer.

Reviewers rate Oracle University Experience highest, with a score of 7.9.

The most common users of SQL Developer are from Enterprises (1,001+ employees).
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Reviews and Ratings

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December 21, 2023

Oracle SQL Developer - Free Rool

Verified User
Professional in Information Technology
Higher Education Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Use Cases and Deployment Scope
We utilize SQL Developer as the IDE tool to connect to the Oracle Database, although we don't employ all of its functionalities. Our primary use of this tool is to retrieve SQL queries and debug packages. The entire object structure is managed in a GitLab repository, and all scripts are executed using VS Code.
Pros and Cons
  • Structure Oracle Database objects
  • Intuitive navigation
  • Export Data
  • Java dependency
  • Autocomplete issues
Likelihood to Recommend
Oracle SQL Developer is a free tool for accessing Oracle Database, and I don't see any significant limitations except, perhaps, for DBAs who may have specific requirements.
Return on Investment
  • The only positive impact is that is free
  • It's hard to get used it when you worked with TOAD or PL/Developer for years before.
Alternatives Considered
They do almost the same things, but I particularly I prefer TOAD, maybe because when I started programming with Oracle Database it was the first tool that I used and I think it's easier to use too.
Other Software Used
Users and Roles
5
We're a team of five developers, including the boss who manages all the schemas. We typically use SQL Developer to browse objects, retrieve and export data, and for debugging PL/SQL blocks. Additionally, it's convenient for maintaining and saving all schema passwords in one place. We can even export the connection properties.
Support Headcount Required
5
Currently, our team consists of 5 members. While I hold some Oracle certifications, two members of my team are particularly experienced users without any certifications. However, the majority of the scripting or managing tasks is performed using scripts that we run on VS Code. We are proactive in keeping up with the latest versions, and we specifically choose Oracle SQL Developer because it is developed by Oracle itself, ensuring reliability as it is not third-party software.
Business Processes Supported
  • Querying and Data Retrieval
  • PL/SQL Development and Debugging
  • Database Object Browsing and Management
Innovative Uses
  • N/A
Future Planned Uses
  • We're going to continue using it as we are right now
Likelihood to Renew
10
We had already thought of changing to TOAD, but we decided to stick with Oracle SQL Developer until the end.
Products Replaced
No
Key Differentiators
  • Ease of Use
  • Other
Oracle SQL Developer is not a software that we purchase, it is free.
Evaluation Lessons Learned
I don't believe we would change anything. As usual, we seek insights from industry experts and incorporate a comprehensive cost-benefit analysis.
Implementation Details / Implementation Partner
  • Implemented in-house
Implementation Phases
No
Implementation Issues
  • N/A
Support Rating
10
I have never contacted support for this product. (I can't skip the question)
Premium Support
I have never contacted support for this product.
Bug Resolution
No
Exceptional Examples of SQL Developer Support
I don't recall ever contacting Oracle support for this product. Typically, I am someone who likes to report issues, but I don't remember doing so. Most of the time, I visit the forum, and someone from Oracle usually answers my questions, which is generally satisfactory. I have no complaints.
Usability
7
At times, Oracle SQL Developer may experience freezing issues. However, despite this occasional inconvenience, the tool offers valuable features such as the ability to integrate plugins like utPLSQL, which greatly assists in debugging and testing our packages. Additionally, the usage of breakpoints and the flexibility to format text according to individual configurations enhance the debugging process.
Easy Tasks
  • DBMS_OUTPUT
  • Export Data
  • Import Data
  • Create Objects
Difficult Tasks
  • Explain Plain
  • SQL Tuning Advisor
Mobile Interface Availability and Impressions
No
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