MySQL

MySQL is a robust relational database used from small apps to large-scale web platforms. It supports ACID transactions, replication, and extensive SQL features.

Installation

# Docker (recommended for development)
docker run -d --name mysql -p 3306:3306 \
  -e MYSQL_ROOT_PASSWORD=secret \
  -e MYSQL_DATABASE=myapp \
  mysql:8

# Ubuntu/Debian
sudo apt-get install mysql-server
sudo mysql_secure_installation

# macOS
brew install mysql && brew services start mysql