Further reading
Consider the following titles to learn more about the topics covered in this chapter:
- The Database Globalization Support Guide, covering NLS parameters as part of the Oracle documentation, can be read using the following link: https://docs.oracle.com/en/database/oracle/oracle-database/21/nlspg/setting-up-globalization-support-environment.html.
- The Globalization of Language in Oracle – National Language Support, by James Koopmann, deals with the Oracle data dictionary views that hold NLS parameters for different levels (database, instance, and session levels). It also emphasizes the
NLS_LANG
parameter, which can cause problems during maintenance and export if the value is not properly set and referenced. It provides two export scenarios and related instances of exception raising: https://www.databasejournal.com/oracle/the-globalization-of-language-in-oracle-national-language-support/.