mysql-client
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Description:
Open source relational database management system
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 9@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: mysql database sql client cli
Install: brew install mysql-client
About:
MySQL Client provides the essential command-line tools for connecting to and managing MySQL database servers. It includes utilities for executing SQL queries, importing/exporting data, and performing administrative tasks. This package delivers the core client components needed for database interaction and development workflows.
Key Features:
  • mysql command-line interface
  • mysqlimport for bulk data loading
  • mysqladmin for server administration
  • mysqlshow for database inspection
  • Supports standard SQL syntax
Use Cases:
  • Connecting to remote MySQL database servers
  • Importing and exporting data in SQL format
  • Running database migrations and schema updates
  • Performing administrative server tasks
Alternatives:
  • mariadb-client – MariaDB's compatible client with enhanced features and performance improvements
  • postgresql-client – PostgreSQL client for connecting to Postgres databases instead of MySQL
Version History
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Sep 11, 2025 6:28pm 9 0 VERSION_BUMP 2d62d471
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