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MySQL - Nathan Barlow

Documentation

Documentation for MySQL can be found on their website at dev.mysql.com/doc/. It is an open source database system, so it is well supported and there is plenty of information available. MySQL is also free to download and can be used by anyone.

MySQL vs Other Databases

MySQL is among Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server as the most popular databases in the world. It is owned by Oracle, and although MySQL is available for free, they sell different versions with varying quality of support. Many widely known organizations, like Apple, NASA, and Airbnb, all use MySQL database to manage their systems. MySQL is compatible with a wide variety of operating systems, unlike Microsoft SQL server, which has limited compatibility.

Usage of MySQL Worldwide

As of January 2022, MySQL is the second most used database management system in the world, behind Oracle. It is very popular across all industries, and there is a section on their website where you can see all of their customers sorted by country or industry. It is clear that MySQL is widely used across the globe.

Summary of the Documentation

MySQL is a very dependable and popular relational database management system. It is used worldwide, is open source, and is available to anyone: from hobbyists to large corporations. There is plenty of documentation to help developers use it, and it is a free choice for those who want to practice using a database system.