This document provides an overview of Oracle GoldenGate 12c, a heterogeneous replication tool. It describes GoldenGate's key features like real-time data integration and query offloading. The document outlines GoldenGate's topologies, architecture, supported databases, and data types. It compares GoldenGate to Oracle Streams and details new features in 12c like optimized capture methods and improved high availability. Basic concepts are explained, such as classic and integrated capture, downstream and bi-directional replication. Restrictions on data types and database features are also noted.