Downloading Oracle APEX 21.1: Your Guide to Rapid Application Development

Oracle Application Express (APEX) is a robust, low-code development environment within your Oracle database. It allows you to create scalable, modern web applications with minimal coding experience. In this blog, we’ll guide you through downloading Oracle APEX 21.1.

Prerequisites

Before getting started, ensure you have the following:

• An Oracle Database: APEX runs within an Oracle Database. You can use an existing database or the Oracle Cloud Free Tier for a free database environment.
• Web Browser: A modern web browser that can access APEX.

Installing Oracle APEX 21.1

1. Extract files: Unzip the downloaded file to a suitable location.
2. SQL*Plus or SQL Developer: You’ll need a tool like SQL*Plus or SQL Developer to run the installation scripts.
3. Run Installation Scripts:

• • Navigate to the apex directory within the extracted files.
  • Connect to your Oracle database and execute the apexins.sql file to install the core APEX components.
  • Follow the prompts during the installation process.

Accessing Your APEX Workspace

1. APEX URL: Determine the URL to access APEX. This usually follows the format: http://hostname:port/ords/apex_admin

• • Replace ‘hostname’ with your database server’s address.
  • Replace ‘port’ with the Oracle database listener port.

1. Login Credentials: Use the ‘ADMIN’ account you created during installation and its password.

Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded and installed Oracle APEX 21.1, and you are ready to begin building excellent web applications.

Additional Notes

• Oracle regularly releases new patches and updates for APEX. Stay up-to-date for added features, security fixes, and improved functionality.

Why Choose Oracle APEX?

• Rapid development: Create web apps with less effort and coding.
• Scalability: APEX applications scale well, and your user base and data grow.
• Security: Focus on application features, as APEX handles common security concerns.
• Cost-effective: APEX is included with Oracle Database, reducing licensing costs.