How to create a new database in oracle sql developer
To create a new database in Oracle SQL Developer, follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch Oracle SQL Developer
Open Oracle SQL Developer on your computer. If you don't have it installed, you can download it from the Oracle website.
Step 2: Connect to the Oracle Database
In the Oracle SQL Developer welcome screen, click on "Connect to Database" and enter the following information:
- Hostname: The hostname or IP address of your Oracle database server.
- Port: The port number used by your Oracle database server (default is 1521).
- SID: The system identifier of your Oracle database (e.g., ORCL).
- Username: The username to use for the connection (e.g., SYSTEM).
- Password: The password for the username.
Click "Connect" to establish a connection to the database.
Step 3: Create a New Database
Once connected, click on "Tools" in the top menu bar and select "Database" > "Create Database".
Alternatively, you can also use the "Create Database" button in the "Database" tab of the Oracle SQL Developer main window.
Step 4: Enter Database Details
In the "Create Database" dialog box, enter the following information:
- Database Name: Enter a name for your new database (e.g., MYDB).
- Database Administrator: Enter the username and password for the database administrator (e.g., SYSTEM).
- Database Type: Select the type of database you want to create (e.g., Multitenant).
- Storage: Select the storage options for your database (e.g., File-based storage).
Click "Next" to proceed.
Step 5: Set Database Options
In the "Database Options" dialog box, you can set various options for your database, such as:
- Character Set: Select the character set for your database (e.g., AL32UTF8).
- National Character Set: Select the national character set for your database (e.g., AL16UTF16).
- Time Zone: Select the time zone for your database.
Click "Next" to proceed.
Step 6: Create the Database
Review the database details and options, then click "Finish" to create the database.
Step 7: Verify the Database Creation
Once the database is created, you can verify it by clicking on "Tools" > "Database" > "Database Home" and selecting your new database from the list.
That's it! You have successfully created a new database in Oracle SQL Developer.