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Alex
Alex
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  • Industry: Computer & Network Security
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

The Security in MySQL Database

Reviewed on 15/11/2023

MySQL has a large and active community. This means there's an abundance of resources, forums, and...

MySQL has a large and active community. This means there's an abundance of resources, forums, and tutorials available, making it easier to find help and solutions to common issues. Being open source and freely available is a significant advantage. It reduces costs for businesses and developers and promotes a collaborative development environment.

Pros

MySQL's combination of being open source, easy to use, and offering strong performance and scalability makes it a popular choice for various applications, from small-scale projects to large-scale enterprise solutions.

Cons

The MyISAM storage engine, while simple and fast for read-heavy workloads, lacks support for transactions and foreign keys. This limitation makes it less suitable for applications that require strong ACID compliance.

Maha
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

MySQL: A Popular RDBMS for Teaching Database Concepts

Reviewed on 2/8/2023

Great experience using MySQL for teaching database concepts for undergraduate and graduate students.

Great experience using MySQL for teaching database concepts for undergraduate and graduate students.

Pros

The main feature that I cherish in MySQL is the ability of my students to deploy it locally without the complexities of intricate configurations and deployment mechanisms. I used MySQL as part of the Bitnami WAMP stack (MariaDB is now packaged in Bitnami) to get a complete server bundle that is easy for students to deploy and configure. Before I relied in my teaching on a networked Oracle installation that was not that performance efficient and didn't give students the chance to configure the server environment. Moreover, with a networked configuration testing various SQL concepts would be a bit complex compared to having a local database installation.

Cons

Changing the open-source license by Oracle was a bit disappointing. MariaDB is a kind of open-source alternative to MySQL with very similar features and architecture.

Fernando
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  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10

MySQL has made managing my database a breeze. It's user-friendly and reliable.

Reviewed on 11/2/2024

Pros

The performance and scalability of MySQL are outstanding. It's easy to use and integrates well with other software.

Cons

The lack of official support and documentation can be frustrating at times. Some advanced features are complex to implement.

Umang
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  • Industry: Business Supplies & Equipment
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Easy to learn and use - effective tool

Reviewed on 29/9/2024

Overall wonderful experience and great learning tool

Overall wonderful experience and great learning tool

Pros

Very user friendly and easy to learn and connect

Cons

Large datasets are not easily supported and may not be compatible

Manasseh
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  • Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

There is no better database management system than MySQL.

Reviewed on 15/9/2023

I've used MySQL for a few years, and I'd heartily recommend it. It is a very capable and flexible...

I've used MySQL for a few years, and I'd heartily recommend it. It is a very capable and flexible solution for managing your server-based data.

Pros

Despite being available for free, MySQL has numerous functionalities that are also present in commercial products like SQL Server.

Cons

The majority of other databases, save for MySQL, offer data transfer between DB and distributed file systems like AWS S3.

Erick
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

MySQL, a good option to store customer data in a safe way

Reviewed on 1/6/2023

My experience with MySQL has been very good. I have been able to create powerful software that...

My experience with MySQL has been very good. I have been able to create powerful software that takes advantage of the main feature of MySQL.

Pros

Free, easy to install and configure, good support of many programming languages and a big community. The documentation is very detailed.

Cons

Lower perfomance than other database options, the monitoring feature can be improved and the configuration for distributed databases should be easier to set

Alternatives Considered

Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle Database

Reasons for Switching to MySQL

Because the lowest price of MySQL and the huge community of users
Rolly
Rolly
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

MySQL A database

Reviewed on 12/4/2024

Pros

Easy to Impliment,its fast and Accurate,good connectivity with multiple platform,and works everywhere

Cons

Large data complexicity,sometimes gets intigration issues with third party applications

Jonathan
Jonathan
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  • Industry: Computer Games
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

MySQL database managment system.

Reviewed on 28/4/2024

My experience with MySQL has been for testing locally databases for my videogames, best for local...

My experience with MySQL has been for testing locally databases for my videogames, best for local testing before launching in an open environment.

Pros

The best relational database managment system, the best thing and it´s biggest pro is that it is open source.

Cons

No Cons at all, if you are proficient in SQL and the needs of your database is for relational managment, it is for you.

Nay Myo
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  • Industry: Banking
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for Free Trial
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

MySQL: A Widely Supported Solution with Some Feature Limitations

Reviewed on 28/10/2024

I have over 3 years experience with MySQL.

I have over 3 years experience with MySQL.

Pros

MySQL is one of the most widely used databases, meaning there’s extensive documentation, community support, and established best practices that can assist in troubleshooting and optimization.

Cons

Compared to other databases like PostgreSQL or Oracle, MySQL lacks some advanced features such as full-text search and partial indexes, which may be a limitation for certain use cases.

Álvaro
Álvaro
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Easy to set up. Great compatibilty

Reviewed on 12/4/2024

Pros

Ease of use and learning. Is compatible with a wide variety of platforms. It is known for its ability to scale and handle large volumes of data without compromising performance.

Cons

Has some limitations regarding maximum database and storage size. Query optimization in MySQL can be a challenge for less experienced developers. Uses table locking to manage transactions, which can result in slower response times.

Jack
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  • Industry: Information Services
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Take a good look at my experience

Reviewed on 12/10/2023

None of the business or technical processes were bad, but they were all present and used well

None of the business or technical processes were bad, but they were all present and used well

Pros

The artistic and technical skills and experience they have met my requirements and ambitions

Cons

None of the business or technical processes were bad, but they were all present and used well

Radek
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  • Industry: Entertainment
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

MYSQL - you use it every day and you dont know about it

Reviewed on 1/4/2024

I use MySQL DB for over 20years, and i think i will do this for nesxt 20:] so I think this is beast...

I use MySQL DB for over 20years, and i think i will do this for nesxt 20:] so I think this is beast that I can write about it.

Pros

Its simple, cheap product. IT is also one of moust popular DB engines for PHP. There are many materials and instructions online on how to use MYSQL, for sure more then for Oracle.

Cons

Its not so stable as otcher ,not free, solutions.

Soon Kit
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  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

High quality data management tool

Reviewed on 28/3/2024

Pros

Advanced data management tools. it has all the features needed to create, operate and archive data

Cons

High license cost. Some features are not needed for smaller projects

Salah
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  • Industry: Publishing
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Relational database management system

Reviewed on 3/6/2024

MySQL remains one of the most popular open source databases.

MySQL remains one of the most popular open source databases.

Pros

MySQL open source software, easy to manage and query. In my experience, it's reliable and very efficient. It enables efficient database management. MySQL provides a very high level of security.

Cons

Mysql has its limits when it comes to very advanced functions, or when the load is high. The SQL-dependent system does not support certain languages.

Rui
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10

Mysql Review

Reviewed on 16/9/2023

MySQL has been integral in adressing our data management needs, ensuring data integrity within...

MySQL has been integral in adressing our data management needs, ensuring data integrity within budget. Its reliability and scalability have streamlined development and helped us efficiently solve business problems related to data storage and retrieval.

Pros

It's a reliable database system that can scale well, both vertically and horizontally, allowing business to grow their application without major disruptions. Has a large and active user community where you can find a wealth of resources and third-party tools to help. The fact that is open-source is a big factor.

Cons

Complex configuration and lack of some advance features and functionality, especially in areas like analytics and reporting. Enterprise-level support can be costly.

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

MySQL is the best all around DBMS for teams with minimal investment

Reviewed on 23/7/2023

Generally positive. For beginners, it's an excellent solution. For more advanced users, I would...

Generally positive. For beginners, it's an excellent solution. For more advanced users, I would consider Postgres or MongoDB for a more scalable option.

Pros

It's scalable and highly compatible with lots of programming languages. The syntax follows standard SQL; there is plenty of documentation online for finding out exactly how to write queries. MySQL is easy to spin up in the cloud or on a web host of any size.

Cons

Store Procedures. I kind of wish they wouldn't make these anymore, because they're hard to debug and rarely work. Also, table COLLATION is almost impossible to migrate. Backups are kind of iffy.

Omkar
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  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

MySQL for Machine learning and webs!!!!!

Reviewed on 28/12/2023

Pros

MySQL is easy to use and operate. It is one of the widest and well known SQL databases with a very huge community support. It can be used for Machine learning and NLP based analysis and even for big data analytics. Helping get insights over recommendation systems and social networks from the within the SQL database architecture.

Cons

MySQL has somedocument gaps related to use of it although this is the rare case but when this error somewhat occurs it gets problematic.

Shola
Shola
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  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

MySQL database review

Reviewed on 20/12/2023

It is always fun when uploading website scripts on MYSQL database

It is always fun when uploading website scripts on MYSQL database

Pros

It is a good experience using MSQL. I like the website uploading, it amazes me when I upload a script on a website and the site starts working.

Cons

I do not understand some aspect of database security

Sai
Sai
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  • Industry: Internet
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

MySQL is the perfect database management system

Reviewed on 28/7/2023

Using MySQL has been amazing

Using MySQL has been amazing

Pros

MySQL is amazing to use for accessing and retrieving data! It is very secure and trustworthy.

Cons

The quality of support can be improved with MySQL

Verified Reviewer
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  • Industry: Computer Networking
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

i really liked my mysql experience

Reviewed on 8/6/2023

it was and still is one of the best experience

it was and still is one of the best experience

Pros

It’s Easy to Use and Administer,It’s Scalable and Flexible , Secure and Reliable

Cons

there are no inconveniences I am very satisfied

Abhishek
Abhishek
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  • Industry: Accounting
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

A perfect Database tool for developers.

Reviewed on 26/7/2023

Pros

I like the UI and its easy to use we can store huge data in forms of rows and columns also we can create multiple databases.

Cons

You should be knowing the SQL language as every operation needs a query to run and one mistake can cause error in whole table.

Rahul
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  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

Quality review of MYSQL

Reviewed on 5/9/2023

Pros

- great security features plus many other wide compatibility- it has great community support

Cons

- certain functions are quite limited & complex- not highly cost effective

Joseph
Joseph
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  • Industry: Computer Software
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

Agrxis Review on MySQL

Reviewed on 17/5/2023

My experience with MySQL has led me to believe that it is a superb database management system that...

My experience with MySQL has led me to believe that it is a superb database management system that has significantly improved my ability to store and retrieve data. My preferred option for managing massive datasets and sophisticated queries is MySQL because of how simple it is to install and configure, as well as its solid features and great performance. The broad range of services and the strong sense of community support have been crucial in helping me overcome any obstacles I faced. Due to MySQL's adaptability, I am able to effectively manage a wide range of applications, from little side projects to sophisticated business solutions. Because of its dependability, scalability, and extensive security features, I can rest easy knowing that my data is well-protected.

Pros

I am quite amazed by MySQL and the outstanding features it provides. MySQL has played a significant role in my professional development as a database management system by giving me a dependable and effective platform for storing, managing, and retrieving data. My favorite aspects of MySQL are its scalability and robustness. It is able to handle high data quantities with ease, ensuring optimal performance even in demanding settings. MySQL is an excellent option for both small-scale projects and enterprise-level applications due to its simplicity of use and flexibility. Its broad support for a variety of platforms and programming languages enables me to easily include it into my current software ecosystem.

Cons

Even while my overall experience with MySQL has been favorable, there have been a few things that I've found difficult or that could be done better. I thought the complexity of managing and establishing replication setups was one area that needed improvement. In some cases, setting up and maintaining replication in MySQL requires complex setups and a thorough understanding of the architecture.

Matthew
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  • Industry: Entertainment
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
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  • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

We love MySQL!

Reviewed on 25/8/2023

Easy to install, fairly easy to configure if you're comfortable working on the command line,...

Easy to install, fairly easy to configure if you're comfortable working on the command line, enterprise features included for free (replication!) and so far no disasters.

Pros

Been using it for years, it just keeps on working.

Cons

User management is a bit of a pain, I can't help thinking it should be easier

Yusril
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  • Industry: E-Learning
  • Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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  • Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10

Best DBRM system

Reviewed on 22/12/2023

Pros

easy to use, readable documentation, big community

Cons

i dont know about like least this product.