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Dimitri Gielis @dgielis.com · 1d

Many people have wondered about Oracle APEX 25.1, so I decided to write a blog post for #JoelKallmanDay about it.

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Oracle APEX 25.1 and beyond

Since Oracle has been quiet about the new release of Oracle APEX, the community has wondered what happened to the next release. I thought it would be helpful to write about what I know for Joel Kallman Day. In recent years, Oracle has released two ve...

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · 29d

New blog post, my longest one ever. A full guide on how to use AI as a PL/SQL developer.

- No 23ai or Python required
- Advanced techniques like tools, structured output, reasoning, and file analysis
- Usage demos

hartenfeller.dev/blog/real-ai...
#oracle #ai #orclAPEX

Build Real AI Solutions with Oracle PL/SQL (No 23ai Required)

Learn how data engineers can leverage AI for Oracle automation using PL/SQL. Discover structured output, file analysis, reasoning, and tool calling with the open-source UC AI SDK.

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jul 9

📢 dbLinter is officially in free preview!

Get automated quality checks for your #oracle #plsql code right in VS Code.
Customize rules, severities, and naming conventions in our app.
Watch it in action: youtu.be/V-ePBfUFhhk #dbLinter #orclAPEX #VSCode

PL/SQL code quality checks in VS Code with dbLinter

YouTube video by United Codes

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jul 2

Introducing UC AI 🪄:
✅ open source
✅ tools/function calling: AI calls your PL/SQL functions
✅ multiple providers: OpenAI, Claude, Gemini
✅ unified API

Use this to build smart #orclapex applications/automation directly from PL/SQL

youtu.be/0Pzi994RRtM

#oracle #ai

Let AI safely run functions in the database | UC AI

YouTube video by United Codes

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jun 30

This Wednesday, I'll be sharing something really cool on the United Codes YouTube channel. You won't want to miss it! #orclAPEX

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jun 3

Upgrade with 23ai 23.8 and ORDS 25.1.0 soon on uc-local-apex-dev

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Philipp Salvisberg @salvis.com · May 14

dbLinter announced in @united-codes.com vendor session by @dgielis.com and demonstrated by @hartenfeller.dev at #apexconn25. VS Code extension is available as preview in the market place marketplace.visualstudio.com/items?itemNa.... More is coming soon. 😎

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United Codes @united-codes.com · May 1

🚀 Just released: APEX Office Print 25.1!

Enhanced PDF capabilities with multi-signature support, password encryption for all document types, advanced table handling, and improved data visualization.

Get all the details at www.apexofficeprint.com

#orclapex #lowcode #AOP

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Maik Becker @beckerman-maik.bsky.social · Apr 16

Just a few weeks to go! 3 exciting days for the #orclapex community in Germany are just around the corner!
May 13–15 @ Europa-Park Rust – learning, inspiration... and connect!

We've picked some highlight sessions to get you started at #apexconn25 👉 scomp.ly/WOdqjQd

Let’s [APEX] Connect! 😊

APEX connect 2025 – Programm-Highlights, Teil 1

Das Programmkomitee der #apexconn25 legt euch in den "Highlights Teil 1" zehn APEX-Sessions der ersten beiden Konferenztage besonders ans Herz.

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Dimitri Gielis @dgielis.com · Apr 10

You go fast!

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United Codes @united-codes.com · Mar 11

APEX Message Service (AMS) v25.1 is now available!

AMS brings real-time communication to #orclapex. We handle WebSockets for you so you can quickly create:

✔️ Chat/Message interfaces
✔️ Real-time report updates
✔️ progress/status indicators

Read more: wllw.co/FZbz2QsbVt

APEX Message Service (AMS) v25.1 is now available | United Codes Blog

A new version of APEX Message Service is here! 🥳 In the past year, AMS has proven to be a reliable service for sending instant messages, and we’ve made some enhancements.

wllw.co

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nlOUG @nloug.bsky.social · Feb 21

Let's meet our APEX World committee and the nlOUG board.

We are ready for APEX World the 15th Edition. Will we see you there?? Cheers to #APEXWorld2025!

Get your tickets and join in on the fun. nloug.nl/en/events/ap...

#orclAPEX @oracleace.bsky.social #aw25

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United Codes @united-codes.com · Feb 14

Give yourself the ultimate Valentine's Day gift... APEX Tips & Tricks!

Check out @hartenfeller.dev's 2024 Advent Calendar series. There's something for everyone:

❤️ APEX Shortcuts
❤️ Data Generator
❤️ UI Defaults
❤️ The Ultimate APEX Dev Environment
... and more!

wllw.co/y3hh4iJqS

#orclapex #lowcode

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jan 23

At last the rest of the new APEX Office Print v24.3 features: youtu.be/9gNc3iuCnXg #orclAPEX @united-codes.com

Other New Features - APEX Office Print 24.3

YouTube video by APEX Office Print (AOP)

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jan 21

Check out one of our new flagship features of APEX Office Print v24.3: Internal data batching. This is really helpful if you generate massive PDF files! #orclapex @united-codes.com
youtu.be/0-YovxsoxnY

Internal Data Batching - APEX Office Print 24.3

YouTube video by APEX Office Print (AOP)

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jan 20

Enhanced Grid Pro is an #orclAPEX Interactive Grid replacement with the look and feel of Excel.

I recorded a tour of its features and functionality in his latest video:
youtu.be/9N5VtkDs8kI

Plug-in Spotlight: Enhanced Grid Pro

YouTube video by United Codes

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Jan 2

All our >50 United Codes #orclAPEX tools and extensions in < 6 mins: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTfq...

United Codes | Product Overview | #orclapex

YouTube video by United Codes

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Dimitri Gielis @dgielis.com · Jan 1

Happy New Year to the fantastic #orclapex community!

I look forward to what we can achieve together in 2025. ❤️

I believe this year will be the start of a new way of doing development and helping businesses and people.

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Dec 24

The full collection here: United Codes #orclapex Advent Calendar 2024
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

United Codes #orclapex Advent Calendar 2024 - YouTube

A new #orclapex tip every day till christmas.

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Dec 21

Quickly convert item LOV sources to shared components in #orclapex. Day 21 of the @united-codes.com advent calendar 🎅🏼🎄. youtu.be/pB4p-NOsX4E?...

Create LOVs for existing items | UC Advent Calendar 21

YouTube video by United Codes

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Dec 21

All tips in here: United Codes #orclapex Advent Calendar 2024
www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

United Codes #orclapex Advent Calendar 2024 - YouTube

A new #orclapex tip every day till christmas.

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Philipp Hartenfeller @hartenfeller.dev · Dec 22

Log your code with logger | @united-codes.com Advent Calendar 22 🎄🎅🏼. 2 days to go #orclapex
youtu.be/cn4UjPqZjX8

Log your code with logger | UC Advent Calendar 22

YouTube video by United Codes

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Dimitri Gielis @dgielis.com · Dec 23

Merry Christmas Jon 😀

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Dimitri Gielis @dgielis.com · Dec 20

if you use @apexofficeprint and haven't tried @APEXOfficeEdit yet, I would check out our newest version. I love the new modern look & feel.

Editing Word, Excel, and PowerPoint straight in your #orclapex app has never been easier!

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United Codes @united-codes.com · Dec 19

APEX Office Edit (AOE) v24.2 is now available!

AOE is the only fully integrated document editor for Oracle APEX! Create, edit, share, and collaborate on Office documents directly in your APEX applications.

Full release notes: wllw.co/iSqTHiThTh

#orclapex #lowcode

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