Unleash the Power of GenAI on Your Database with SQL-Powered RAG

Hey there, tech enthusiasts! Are you tired of hearing the same old jargon about leveraging AI? Well, buckle up because we're about to dive into the wild world of GenAI (Generative AI) and how it can supercharge your database game.

You know that feeling when you have a mountain of data just sitting there, begging to be understood? With GenAI, you can finally crack that code and unlock insights that would make even the savviest data scientists envious.

Now, you might be thinking, "But wait, my data is locked away in databases, how can I possibly apply GenAI to that?" Fear not, my friends, because we're about to introduce you to a game-changer: SQL-powered RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation).

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begin
dbms_cloud_ai.create_profile(
ai_profile_name => 'OCI_COHERE_PROFILE',
ai_provider => dbms_cloud_ai.provider_oci,
ai_model => 'cohere.command',
credential_name => 'OCI_RESOURCE_PRINCIPAL'
);
end;
/

What's that, you ask? Well, RAG is like having a super-smart assistant that can understand your data, even if it's not something it was specifically trained on. It's like having a personal interpreter who can bridge the gap between your precious data and the powerful world of GenAI.

Here's how it works: First, you define your task in plain English, like a boss. Then, you provide a SQL query to gather the relevant data from your database. It's like giving your GenAI assistant a crash course in your company's secrets.

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select json_object(
'instructions' : value 'Pick 5 great things to do at the location. Encourage the customer to do these recommendations. Take into account all the information about the customer that's provided, including family or dog situations, whether or not they have a car and their income level. Format the result with emojis and make it fun.',
'context' : json_object(
'name' : 'Jennine',
'location' : 'Paris',
'relationship_status' : 'Married',
'has_car' : 'No',
'has_pet' : 'No',
'income_level' : 'Medium'
)
) from dual;

Next, you package that juicy context along with your instructions into a delicious prompt and feed it to the GenAI model. It's like giving your assistant the cheat codes to unlock the secrets of your data.

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select dbms_cloud_ai.generate(
ai_profile_name => 'OCI_COHERE_PROFILE',
prompt => prompt_json,
language => 'en'
) from dual;

And voilà! Out comes a personalized, insightful, and downright entertaining recommendation, tailored specifically to your customer's situation. It's like having a personal concierge who knows your data inside and out.

But wait, there's more! With SQL-powered RAG, you can unleash the power of GenAI on all sorts of tasks. Need a succinct summary of your quarterly sales data? BAM! GenAI's got you covered. Want to generate creative marketing copy based on customer feedback? BOOM! GenAI's your new best friend.

And the best part? You don't have to be a data scientist or a coding wizard to make it happen. With Oracle Autonomous Database, setting up SQL-powered RAG is as easy as a few clicks and a sprinkle of SQL magic.

Now, I know what you're thinking, "But won't this make my job obsolete?" Au contraire, my friend! GenAI is here to be your trusty sidekick, not your replacement. It's like having a super-powered assistant who can handle the tedious tasks, freeing you up to focus on the real juicy stuff: strategy, innovation, and maybe even a little bit of office shenanigans (just kidding, boss).

So, what are you waiting for? Embrace the future and start unleashing the power of GenAI on your data today. Trust me, your colleagues (and your boss) will be green with envy when they see the insights you're able to uncover.

And who knows, maybe one day you'll be the one writing articles about the latest and greatest tech trends, while your GenAI assistant handles the dirty work. Just don't let it get too cocky, okay?