Introduction
In this technical course, students will develop an in-depth understanding of the Oracle Communications Billing and Revenue Management Pipeline Manager and its architecture. The Pipeline Developer class is appropriate for students who need to customize pipeline behavior. The creation of an EDR container using description files is also discussed along with how to create a custom Extended Rating Attribute. In addition, the course explains the process for batch pricing and rating. During the hands-on lab, students will customize the Pipeline Manager using IScript and IRule to implement new system functionalities.
Prerequisites
Suggested Prerequisite
- BRM Pricing Foundation 7.5 with Pricing Design Center Ed 2
Required Prerequisite
- Proficiency with text editors, vi for UNIX users, WordPad
- Familiarity with C or C++ programming, UNIX basic commands
- Knowledge of basic programming constructs and logic
Target Audience
This course is intended for:
Training Objectives
- Describe Pipeline Manager architecture
- Extend Pipeline with IScript and IRule
- Create custom ERAs
- Configure Pipeline Manager
- Understand ways to customize the Pipeline
Training Outlines
Pipeline Manager Architecture
- Explain the Pipeline Manager architecture
- Use Portal Online Documentation to locate information
Configuring Pipeline Manager
- Navigate through the Pipeline Manager directory structure
- Interpret contents of the Pipeline Manager Registry files
- Start and stop Pipeline Manager processes
The EDR Input and Output
- Define an EDR Container
- Explain the function of: EDR description file, Stream Format description file, Input and Output mapping description files, Input and Output Grammar description files
- Explain how input EDRs are converted to the EDR container format
- Explain how to direct stream output to multiple files for loading into the Portal database
Batch Rating Process
- Describe rating process for delayed events
- Explain the tasks required to implement a Price Plan for delayed events
- Show how to break down a scenario into its Rate Plan components
- Provide an overview of configuring a Rate Plan
Pipeline Data and Function Modules
- Explain how the EDR is processed by the Function Modules in the Pipeline
- Explain how Data Modules are used
- Parse the contents of the Pipeline Manager log files
Using Function Modules to Customize Pipeline
- Explain how existing modules can be used to modify Pipeline behavior
- Explain how existing modules can be used to modify Pipeline behavior
- Use FCT_Discard to remove or discard EDR
Customizing Pipeline Using IScript
- Define the following language elements of IScript: Data Types, Operators, Functions, Control Structures
- Insert IScript module into Pipeline to customize EDR processing
- Use basic IScript functions to write a new IScript program
Advanced Customizations Using IScript
- Explain database connection functions
- Explain hash and array functions
- Explain EDR block and edrNumDatablocks function
- Use database connection and hash functions to build IScript program
Customizing Pipeline Manager Using IRule
- Define IRules
- Explain different methods for storing IRules
- Demonstrate the IRule implementation of a specific scenario
- Demonstrate how to store data arguments to a description file
Creating Custom ERAs
- Explain how Extended Rating Attributes are used
- Understand how to build a custom ERA
About Madrid
Madrid is a city that combines its enduring history with its cosmopolitan atmosphere to create a destination that favored amongst tourists from around the world. This is a city that is very much bursting at the seams with life and its vibrant atmosphere, cultural attractions and connection with history ensure travelers have everything they could possibly want from a European city break. At the end of a flight to Madrid, there are sites to see, picturesque streets to roam and, of course, excellent shopping opportunities to explore. Visitors can immerse themselves in Madrid's fantastic local culture, its peerless art scene and world acclaimed fine dining. In fact, there is very little that Madrid doesn't have to offer.
Things to do and places to visit in Madrid
The only problem travelers will encounter during their visit to Madrid is knowing what to do first. Sampling the mouth-watering tapas, strolling through one of the many excellent museums or even simply soaking up the atmosphere are all excellent options. Spend a sunny day wandering through the splendid squares or marvel at the intricate architecture of the churches.With so many options, flights to Madrid are great for people of any age or inclination.
When visiting Madrid, be sure to:
- See the superb collection of art is the Museo del Prado.
- Stroll down the Gran Via.
- Enjoy the atmosphere of the Plaza Mayor.
- Wander through the stunning gardens of the Parque del Buen Retiro.
- See the beautiful mansion of the Museo Lazaro Galdiano.
- Find quirky fashions in the Fuencarral market.
- Try some of the many different tapas dishes.
- Visit the statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza in the Plaza de Espana.
- See the breathtaking Basilica de San Francisco El Grande.
- Wander the Casa de Campo park, which is five times the size of Central Park.
- Shop in the luxury boutiques of the Golden Mile.
- Look for bargains at the El Rasto flea market.
- See Picasso's Guernica in the Reina Sofia museum.
- Snack on churros with chocolate.