oracle

So we're fortunate enough to be working with Oracle at work this week. Oracle, for those not in the know, is a database system created with the sole intent of demoralizing its users and funding the construction of second homes for 'Oracle Consultants.'

During the installation process -- the installation, mind you -- I encountered the following error. Clearly, it is a model of brevity and simplicity.

Totally got the third item in that list from @blakehall btw. He's the clever one! — 1 hour ago
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I want to be the Malcolm Gladwell of Drupal APIs. My breakout book will be named 'Clear Cache.' — 4 days ago

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