What is MySQL

MySQL introduces a relational database management system (RDBMS). It allows users to interact with databases (view, search, add, and manage data).

Oracle develops MySQL — the largest manufacturer of software for organizations. The official MySQL website provides detailed information about the product, its developers, and installation instructions.

SQL and MySQL

SQL is a query language used to manage data records, while MySQL is a database management system. MySQL enables you to store and manage data in an organized manner. It provides an interface to interact with your data using the SQL query language.

For example, there are many other RDBMS besides MySQL: Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle Database, and others. All of them use SQL as a query language.

Advantages of MySQL

MySQL has several advantages that make this RDBMS in high demand. 

• Security. Data security in MySQL is a fantastic benefit. Mainly for applications where some confidential data or money transfers are processed. For example, in eCommerce, banking, and government websites

• Scalability. MySQL provides great scalability that allows building high-load systems without taking many places on servers. This solution allows a complete customization database with unique project requirements.

• Performance. Thanks to its high performance, MySQL can process lots of queries quickly. So you can build high-load systems without having to worry about performance.

• Workflow control. You can manage all the features based on the needs of your project. MySQL is also cross-platform, so it can efficiently work on Windows, Linux, and macOS.

Disadvantages of MySQL

Like any other technology, MySQL has some disadvantages as well. Let's talk about some of them.

• Significant amounts of data. MySQL is not very efficient in handling massive databases.

• Hard to debug. MySQL doesn't have as good a developing and debugging tool as the paid database management systems.

Despite this, MySQL is still a perfect solution for different projects. Therefore, MySQL is used by Uber, Netflix, Amazon, Twitter, and other big IT companies.