MySQL 4 from beginner to master

Author: Jilfuren
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Publish Date: 2003-06-01
Features: MySQL has become a mature product. MySQL was originally released as a toy for beginner users to access the internet, but it has now become a capable data management solution for important tasks. Before becoming an ideal choice for websites, many of the features it now includes are required in other environments, especially in maintaining its surprising speed. It has surpassed many commercial solutions in terms of speed and has a sophisticated and powerful licensing system. However, the current version 4 features an ACID-compliant InnoDB transaction storage engine. MySQL is a mature and capable data management solution for important tasks. This book includes the knowledge needed to become a skilled MySQL DBA or developer. The content starts with how MySQL operates, along with its data and table types, then transitions to advanced SQL and optimization, as well as MySQL programming and extensions. The second part introduces methods for designing databases and some easily overlooked issues. The third part covers MySQL management aspects such as optimizing high-performance databases, backups, replication, security, and installation. The final appendix provides the necessary references for readers. This book is suitable for application developers, database administrators, and ordinary MySQL users.