MySQL Description

MySQL stands out as the most widely used open source database globally. Thanks to its established track record in performance, dependability, and user-friendliness, it has emerged as the preferred database for web applications, powering notable platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube, alongside the top five websites. Furthermore, MySQL is also highly favored as an embedded database solution, being distributed by numerous independent software vendors and original equipment manufacturers. Its versatility and robust features contribute to its widespread adoption across various industries.

Pricing

Pricing Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Yes

Integrations

Reviews - 6 Verified Reviews

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Company Details

Company:
Oracle
Year Founded:
1977
Headquarters:
United States
Website:
www.mysql.com

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Product Details

Platforms
Web-Based
Windows
Mac
Linux
Types of Training
Training Docs
Live Training (Online)
Webinars
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

MySQL Features and Options

Relational Database

ACID Compliance
Data Failure Recovery
Multi-Platform
Referential Integrity
SQL DDL Support
SQL DML Support
System Catalog
Unicode Support

MySQL User Reviews

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  • Name: Nabeel N.
    Job Title: Database Engineer
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 1,000 - 4,999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best Database Tool To Get Started.

    Date: Jul 16 2021

    Summary: Overall, MySQL is a non-relational database management system that supports SQL query language to function. It is flawless to use when it comes to creating small databases.

    Positive: - The best feature about MySQL that makes it most appealing to the beginners is how easy it is to install, set up and get started with it.
    - It supports integration with almost all the major IDEs like VS Code and IntelliJ IDEA.
    - The queries used are simple and readable in layman language.
    - Multiple databases can be connected at once, so the user can work on multiple projects simultaneously.

    Negative: - The software crashes occasionally but luckily because of auto save feature no data gets lost.
    - It is the best tool for small databases, but when it comes to large databases, it is not the ideal option because of its limitations.

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  • Name: Ibrahim S.
    Job Title: Associate Software Developer
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A Relation Database Management System for Everyone.

    Date: Oct 01 2021

    Summary: MySQL is the most popular relational database tool available. The user interface is built systematically and in an organized way, resulting in less time taken to learn the tool.

    Positive: 1. It can be easily integrated with various development environments.
    2. It is not heavy on the CPU.
    Furthermore, it is available on all the operating systems, such as- Windows, Linux and, macOS.
    3. The operation time is low, and the processes happens very quickly.

    Negative: 1. The user has to know the SQL queries in order to use the tool.

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  • Name: Swaraj K.
    Job Title: Technical Lead
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A Reliable Tool For Database Services.

    Date: Jun 29 2021

    Summary: Overall, MySQL is a relational database management system that can be used for web application or mobile application with CRUD functionalities.

    Positive: - MySQL performs fast in every scenario and provide effective services.
    - It can store relational data and managing it in future is effortless.
    - It provides a robust security to the databases.

    Negative: - User Interface and layout is confusing for beginners.

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  • Name: Zuveriya H.
    Job Title: DevOps Engineer
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 500 - 999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Best database for scalable applications.

    Date: Jun 24 2021

    Summary: Overall, MySQL can be used as an effective database solution for almost all the projects. It can be easily installed, and configured according to the need of the project.

    Positive: 1. It can be easily integrated with numerous development tools, programming languages and environments.
    2. It is very efficient to use and does not take up a lot of CPU power to run. Furthermore, it can be easily used between teams working on a large project.
    3. It is an open source software, hence, free to use under GNU license.

    Negative: 1. There is a high learning curve while learning to use this initially.

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  • Name: Anonymous (Verified)
    Job Title: Senior Software Engineer
    Length of product use: 2+ Years
    Used How Often?: Daily
    Role: User, Deployment
    Organization Size: 5,000 - 9,999
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    AS a Database tester I feel, MySQL is the more reliable, cross-platform RDBMS.

    Date: Jun 19 2021

    Summary: I really like the fact that MySQL is open source and we were able to run heavy workloads in our data processing systems without any additional support from the enterprise support for the past 6 years.
    MySQL is the most reliable database management tool that collaborates really well with WordPress, Drupal, Joomla!, etc., and equips me with all the necessary tools that could be beneficial to meet database challenges of next-generation web and cloud services.

    - Open Source database.
    - My team is at ease to work on such a reliable platform that is concerned with security.
    - Easy in use
    - It provides me full control over all aspects of MySQL through its comprehensive set of advanced features, management tools, and technical support.
    - Alerts features are so user friendly

    Positive: According to my real life experience, Always feel MySQL is one of the best platform for data management (Create, Update, Retrieve and Delete operations for DB, tables and related things).

    Some key features:

    - Cross-platform support for different operating systems.
    - MySQL is easy to use.
    - Quick management.
    - Offers a customizable interface so that one cannot get stuck.
    - Efficient use of resources at the memory.
    - A high-speed transactional processing system.
    - Storing relational data.
    - Easy integration with development tools and environments.
    - Connection with different programming languages.

    Negative: I faced few issues with performance but now resolved with updated version. No Cons!

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  • Name: Rishikesh M.
    Job Title: Software Engineer
    Length of product use: 1-2 Years
    Used How Often?: Weekly
    Role: User
    Organization Size: 100 - 499
    Features
    Design
    Ease
    Pricing
    Support
    Likelihood to Recommend to Others
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    A great database solution

    Date: Dec 23 2020

    Summary: This software is a very good database solution for smaller projects which demand a relational database. It is very easy to use and integration into the production chain is also very easy. It is used for testing and for smaller modifications in the data model. MySQL can also be used localized development environment.

    Positive: MySQL is a relational database. It is very easy to use and has quick management functionalities. Very easy to integrate with various development tools.

    Negative: A few stability issues can be encountered once in a while. Also, the support services have room for improvement.

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