Introduction to Oracle Analytical functions , rank , denserank.

In this video we tried to demonstrate how oracle anaytical function works. How to do Top N query with oracle's rank and dense_rank function.

Also explained is how outputs and functionality of rank and dense_rank differs , what should be used when.

The demonstration video is from Linux Mint OS and I have used my own Query Light application. Hope you find it enlightening.

Here are some of the screen prints.

Use of Oracle Rank Analytical Function.

Oracle Top N Query using rank analytical functions.

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