Research & Documentation 04 Mysql
MySQL Documentation
MySQL is an open source database, which uses SQL for creation and management of databases. It is owned by Oracle corporation, and although there are a many RDBMS, MySQL is one of the most popular and it is used by many large corporations worldwide. Being open source, developers can download its software and use it it with no additional cost.
Source: Oracle - MySQL: Understanding What It Is and How It’s Used
MySQL vs Other Databases
There are many databases, that can support different data types, have different usage licensing, and support different data types. For example, when comparing MySQL to DynamoDB, we can start by comparing that MySQL is open-source, while DynamoDB is proprietary. Another difference is that MySQL has vertical scaling, but supports horizontal scaling as well, while DynamoDB has horizontal scaling. When it comes to complex queries, DynamoDB is more limited compared to MySQL. Data consistency is also better with MySQL.
Source: altexsoft - Comparing Database Management Systems
Source: MySQL vs DynamoDB: A Comprehensive Comparison
Usage of MySQL worldwide
MySQL is the most popular open-source database worldwide, with an estimated market share of 41.26%. It is ranked as number one with a over 140,862 companies using it, such as Netflix, Uber, Facebook, Airbnb, Shopify, and many more.
Summary
There are a many relational database management systems, and individuals, and companies can choose the one that fits their needs. MySQL is highly ranked, it is reliable and flexible. In order to make an informed decision, research in the different RDBMS needs to be completed to be able to determine the best fit.