mysql-client@8.0 ☆
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Description:
Open source relational database management system
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 8.0.44@0  |  Tracked Since: Oct 22, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: mysql database sql client cli
Install: brew install mysql-client@8.0
About:
mysql-client@8.0 provides the standard MySQL client utilities, including the mysql command-line interface for interactive SQL sessions and batch script execution. It enables developers and administrators to connect to local or remote MySQL servers to manage databases, query data, and perform administrative tasks. This formula specifically installs the client tools without the full server daemon.
Key Features:
  • Interactive SQL command-line interface (mysql)
  • Database import/export tools (mysqldump, mysqlimport)
  • Batch processing and scripting capabilities
  • Support for multiple connection protocols and SSL encryption
Use Cases:
  • Connecting to remote MySQL database servers for administration
  • Automating database backups and migrations via shell scripts
  • Running SQL scripts and queries in CI/CD pipelines
Alternatives:
  • mysql – Installs the full MySQL server and client suite
  • mariadb – Community-driven fork with compatible client tools
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Oct 22, 2025 11:56pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 27e7b306
Sep 16, 2025 5:51am 0 VERSION_BUMP 380df134
Oct 21, 2024 11:53pm 0 VERSION_BUMP 0687177c
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