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How to grant and revoke privileges in MySQL

When it comes to keeping databases and data secure, it is recommended to use privileges. They can help you control who can access database data and do not allow users without specified permissions to view, modify, or delete database objects or data....

John Fuller · 25 April · 1

How to run a SQL script or file in MySQL & MariaDB

In database development, it is important to test the database with different data scenarios to ensure its functionality, performance, and reliability. Data import facilitates the population of test data sets, allowing developers to simulate real-worl...

John Fuller · 23 April · 1

How to Remove Duplicate Rows in MySQL

Can it happen that the data stored in databases include identical records? Yes, it happens frequently. However, having duplicate records in databases is a scenario that should be avoided. Duplicates pose an ongoing risk to the data consistency and th...

John Fuller · 12 April · 1

How to Show Indexes in MySQL Tables & Database

Managing data from small or large databases is a daily task of database administrators and developers. Frequently, they need to search for specific data processing thousands of rows. This can be complicated with large databases and may lead to potent...

John Fuller · 09 April · 1

MySQL Temporary Tables

Temporary tables in MySQL are a special feature that allows users to store and manipulate temporary data within a specific session, thereby simplifying complex queries. It is a fast and convenient way to handle data without cluttering the database or...

John Fuller · 05 April · 1

Best alternative to SQLyog

SQLyog and dbForge Studio for MySQL are both viable solutions for database developers and administrators, with lots of nifty features hidden under clean user interfaces. But where SQLyog is a solid mid-tier player, dbForge Studio takes the art of dat...

John Fuller · 03 April · 1

How to Install Windows on a Mac With Parallels and Run dbForge Edge

dbForge Edge is an expansive solution that covers a huge number of database-related tasks across multiple database systems and cloud services, including MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle Database, and PostgreSQL. And though dbForge Ed...

John Fuller · 28 March · 2

Export MySQL data to CSV: Comprehensive tutorial & best practices

CSV is one of the most versatile data formats that is widely used to exchange structured data between different applications. The convenience of CSV lies in simplicity. CSV files contain plain text that can be opened by any text editing app, such as...

John Fuller · 25 March · 1

How to Change a Column Type in MySQL

MySQL is well-known among other relational database management systems for its robustness and versatility. A fundamental aspect of its architecture lies in the meticulous handling of data types within columns, a crucial element determining the nature...

John Fuller · 20 March · 1

How to import text files to MySQL/MariaDB databases

Data import is one of the basic yet important operations in database management. What you need here is a selection of formats to choose from, flexible settings for each format, and a handy GUI tool that will help you make the process smooth and effic...

John Fuller · 18 March · 1

Connect to RDS MySQL 101: Your Easy Guide on How to Banish Glitches

Have you ever been stuck in MySQL connectivity chaos? Wondering how to connect to RDS MySQL without summoning gremlins? Fret not – you’re not alone. In the realm of database setup, glitches can be as stubborn as a cat refusing to leave a...

John Fuller · 15 March · 1

How to import Google Sheets to MySQL or MariaDB

Effective data export and import form the backbone of robust database management. Whether you are creating regular backups for data security or facilitating seamless database migration to a new server, the import process plays a pivotal role. Additio...

John Fuller · 07 March · 1

Migrate MySQL Database to Any Target: How to Do It Quick and Easy

How unnerving is it to migrate a MySQL database to another location? If you did it before, how does it feel after the migration? Is it like you were dropped in a war-torn place? Explosions here and there? Guns blazing? With all the screaming, trauma...

John Fuller · 01 February · 1

How to import JSON to MySQL or MariaDB

Importing data from various sources is a crucial aspect of working with databases, especially when it's required to keep and analyze information retrieved from NoSQL systems like MongoDB or other analytical tools in JSON. Many storage systems employ...

John Fuller · 31 January · 2

How to Easily Convert Your MS Access Data to MySQL

Microsoft Access is a relational system for managing databases that is used to create small-scale databases for a single user or small teams. MySQL is a robust open-source relational database management system for more extensive data volumes and web...

John Fuller · 18 January · 1