In this episode of the JDE Connection podcast, hosts Chandra and Paul are joined by guest John Holder to discuss virtual batch queues (VBQs) in JD Edwards software. The conversation delves into the functionality and benefits of VBQ, including improved scalability and elasticity for batch job processing. John Holder outlines the historical context and technical challenges that led to the development of VBQ, highlighting how it allows jobs to be moved more easily between servers, enhancing flexibility and efficiency. The episode also touches on the significance of Oracle's community engagement and volunteer efforts.  

00:50 What’s Happening in JDE Land 

04:00 Introducing John Holder and VBQ 

07:43 Background of VBQ 

17:00 What exactly is Virtual Batch Queues 

29:11 Midwesternism of the Day 

Resources 

Oracle Learning Library – Virtual Batch Queues - https://apexapps.oracle.com/pls/apex/f?p=44785:24:102875833166452:::24:P24_CONTENT_ID,P24_PREV_PAGE:29781,1 

Virtual Batch Queues Technical Brief - https://www.oracle.com/webfolder/technetwork/tutorials/jdedwards/White%20Papers/VirtualBatchQueues_Tech_Briefing.pdf 

Oracle By Example – Understanding Virtual Hosts Setup –  https://docs.oracle.com/en/applications/jd-edwards/understanding-virtual-hosts-setup/index.html 

Understanding Virtual Hosts Architecture - https://docs.oracle.com/en/applications/jd-edwards/administration/9.2.x/eotsw/understanding-virtual-hosts-architecture.html 

Product Catalog - https://apexapps.oracle.com/pls/apex/f?p=103254:8:102112198098775::NO::P8_FEATURE_ID,P8_PRODUCT_ID,P8_LAYER_ID:215469822930181352957224698826660799571,208136276869697198410960926144257606832,208126803266040266183916346690997863598 

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