MySQL

MySQL is an open-source relational database management system widely used for web applications and data storage.

What is MySQL?

MySQL is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) based on Structured Query Language (SQL). It's one of the most popular databases for web applications, powering many major websites and applications.

MySQL Basics

Database: Container for tables
Table: Structured data storage
Row: Individual record
Column: Data field
Primary Key: Unique identifier
Foreign Key: Relationship reference

MySQL Features

ACID compliance, replication, partitioning, stored procedures, triggers, and full-text search.

Common Misconceptions

"MySQL is only for small apps" - Powers large-scale systems
"MySQL is insecure" - Security depends on configuration
"MySQL equals MariaDB" - Fork with growing differences