mysql@8.0
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Description:
Open source relational database management system
Type: Formula  |  Latest Version: 8.0.44@0  |  Tracked Since: Nov 15, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @MySQL  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Databases
Tags: database sql mysql relational innodb
Install: brew install mysql@8.0
About:
MySQL 8.0 is a widely-used, open-source relational database management system known for its reliability, performance, and ease of use. It provides a robust SQL interface for managing structured data, featuring a multi-layered architecture and pluggable storage engines. This version introduces significant improvements in NoSQL support, JSON functionality, and security management.
Key Features:
  • ACID-compliant transaction support
  • InnoDB storage engine for high reliability
  • Native JSON data type and functions
  • Replication and high availability clustering
Use Cases:
  • Powering dynamic websites and web applications
  • Backend for data-driven enterprise software
  • Storing and analyzing structured application data
Alternatives:
  • postgresql – PostgreSQL offers stricter SQL compliance and advanced features like custom data types
  • mariadb – MariaDB is a community-driven fork with enhanced performance and features
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