Getting Started with MySQL

Part 1: Introduction

Index

• Part 1: Introduction (you are here)
• Part 2: Basics

What is a database?

Database is just a collection of tables. When we write queries in MySQL, we are talking to the database management system.

MySQL vs SQL

SQL is a standard for database queries. MySQL is just one of the implementations of SQL.

CRUD

Create Read Update Delete (CRUD).

Schema

A schema is like a blueprint or an outline/overview of your database table.