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Up and Running with MySQL

by Jeff Iannucci

MySQL is one of the most popular database management systems in the world due to its low cost and ease of use. This course will teach you how to install and use free tools to connect to MySQL databases and query data.

What you'll learn

Data is one of the most vital resources modern organizations possess, and many of the world's leading companies rely on MySQL to store their business-critical data. In this course, Up and Running with MySQL, you'll learn how to install and use free tools to access data in a MySQL database, regardless of your previous experience using databases. First, you'll explore the reasons for choosing MySQL, as well as gain a basic understanding of the terms associated with relational databases. Next, you'll discover how to install and use the tools to access data in a MySQL database. Finally, you'll see how to perform SQL queries of data. When you're finished with this course, you'll have the skills and knowledge of MySQL and its associated tools to connect to a MySQL database and query the vital data you need.

About the author

Jeff Iannucci has been solving data problems for over 20 years, primarily using Microsoft’s SQL Server. With experience in both database development and administration, he has resolved issues in diverse environments such as health care, finance, retail sales, and government. He specializes in performance tuning and query optimization, and he is passionate about helping professional colleagues grow their database knowledge and skills.

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