Planet MySQL HA Blog
The Planet MySQL HA Blog aggregates content from sources that cover topics related to high availability (HA) for MySQL databases.
MySQL Shorts – Episode #59 is Released
The latest Episode of MySQL Shorts is now available! Check out Episode 59 on the MySQL YouTube Channel to learn how to import data from a csv file into a MySQL database using MySQL Shell.
Javascript support in MySQL: the UUID example
You may have noticed that MySQL now supports creating functions (and store procedures) in Javascript using GraalVM. This new functionality is only available in MySQL Enterprise and MySQL HeatWave. As a developer, you can also get free access to MySQL Enterprise from Oracle Technology Network (OTN): MySQL Enterprise Download. I also recommend you look at […]
MySQL InnoDB’s Instant Schema Changes: What DBAs Should Know
In MySQL 8.0.12, we introduced a new algorithm for DDLs that won’t block the table when changing its definition. The first instant operation was adding a column at the end of a table, this was a contribution from Tencent Games. Then in MySQL 8.0.29 we added the possibility to add (or remove) a column anywhere […]
Analysts react to MySQL HeatWave Gen AI and vector store innovations
We previously announced support for Generative AI with the MySQL HeatWave vector store, currently in private preview. Today, we revealed more details about our vector store and generative AI implementation and announced several new capabilities, including support for a new VECTOR data type, integration with MySQL Shell and MySQL Shell for VS Code, an automated […]
Want to become an AI developer? Here’s how with MySQL HeatWave
Generative AI is arguably the most important technology trend right now. It’s a transformative force that will have a significant impact on nearly every industry. This fast-moving disruption represents tremendous opportunities for developers to play a critical role in the evolution of almost every new and existing application. Indeed, OnHires notes that “the demand for […]
Using the Oracle Cloud TypeScript SDK Part 5 – Creating a MySQL HeatWave Backup
This post is the fifth in a series that will demonstrate how to view and manage MySQL HeatWave instances in Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). Oracle offers several SDKs that can be used to view and manage resources in OCI. In this post, we will discuss how to leverage the TypeScript/JavaScript SDK to programmatically create a backup of a MySQL HeatWave instance and create […]
MySQL Asynchronous Connectivity with MySQL Connector/Python
In the Python programming landscape, adopting asynchronous programming has led to a new way of efficiency and responsiveness. At its core is the Python asyncio library, which enables the writing of concurrent code. Asyncio in Python enables non-blocking I/O operations, empowering developers to create applications that seamlessly handle multiple tasks concurrently. This approach has become […]
MySQL Shorts – Episode #58 is Released
The latest Episode of MySQL Shorts is now available! Check out Episode 58 on the MySQL YouTube Channel to learn how to create a High Availabiltiy MySQl HeatWave instance.
MySQL Rockstars 2023
During the MySQL Belgian Days (formerly known as preFOSDEM MySQL Days) in Brussels on 1-2 February 2024, we, the MySQL community team, have for the second time awarded MySQL Rockstars to some members of the MySQL community. The MySQL Rockstars Award is given to those community members who have contributed their work, enthusiasm and energy […]
MySQL Shorts – Episode #57 is Released
The latest Episode of MySQL Shorts is now available! Check out Episode 57 on the MySQL YouTube Channel to learn how to restore a MySQL HeatWave instance to a specifci point in time.