Planet MySQL HA Blog

The Planet MySQL HA Blog aggregates content from sources that cover topics related to high availability (HA) for MySQL databases.

MySQL Basics: Trust the Process—Mastering Transactions Step by Step

Discover how to use transactions in MySQL to keep your data safe and organized—just like a diligent librarian! This beginner-friendly post explains what transactions are, why they matter, and how to use them with easy library metaphors, clear SQL examples, and essential tips for database reliability.

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MySQL 9.5 – Thank you for your contributions!

MySQL 9.5 has been released, here is a list of the contributions we included in it. Thank you to all contributors!

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MySQL Basics: The Inside Track—Speeding Up Searches with Indexes

Unlock the secret to faster data searches with indexes! This post introduces beginners to the power of indexes in MySQL, using friendly library metaphors and simple SQL examples. Learn how—and why—to create indexes, understand their impact, and keep your growing database running at page-turning speed.

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Effortless Document AI with MySQL HeatWave GenAI

This post demonstrates how you can use HeatWave GenAI to transform an unstructured PDF of a purchase order into a structured, queryable format directly within your database. We'll walk through the process of loading a PO from an object store and then asking natural language questions to retrieve key details like order dates, item costs, and supplier information.

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ClusterControl 2.3.4 Adds MySQL Group Replication, Streamlined Air-Gapped Installation, and Controller Pooling for Scalable Management

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We’re happy to announce the release of ClusterControl v2.3.4, delivering powerful updates that strengthen high availability, secure deployment options, and scalability for enterprise-scale database management.  As with every release, we’ve focused on tackling real-world challenges our users face. Below, we’ll dive into the key features that define this release, followed by additional improvements that round […]

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Accelerate Similarity Search with Automatic HeatWave Vector Index

Accelerate Similarity Search with Automatic HeatWave Vector Index

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Enhance Your Data Processing with HeatWave Temporary Tables

Enhance Your Data Processing with HeatWave Temporary Tables

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Simplify Real-Time Analytics with MySQL HeatWave Auto-Refresh Materialized Views

Simplify Real-Time Analytics with MySQL HeatWave Auto-Refresh Materialized Views

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Where can you find MySQL during November 2025 - January 2026!

MySQL events in Nov-Jan 2026

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MySQL Basics: Count Me In—Aggregating and Grouping Your Data

Discover how to use aggregate functions and GROUP BY in MySQL to answer big questions about your data! This post guides beginners through counting, averaging, and categorizing records with friendly library metaphors, clear examples, and humor. A great way to level up your SQL skills and get your data stories told.

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