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How To List MySQL Databases (Step-by-Step Code Tutorial)

Skill up your server administration by learning the ins and outs of how to list MySQL databases using commands in the terminal.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
December 12, 2022
Post type
Blog
Topic
Adminer
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
MySQL Database

How To Use MySQL to Delete a Table (2 Methods)

This guide will show you how to easily delete a table using MySQL, with two methods via your hosting control panel.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database

PostgreSQL vs MySQL: Explore Their 12 Critical Differences

Choosing between PostgreSQL vs MySQL can be challenging. There are plenty of things that set them apart. Learn more in this in-depth guide.
Reading time
22 min read
Updated date
August 5, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
PostgreSQL

MongoDB vs MySQL: Which Is the Better Database Management System?

When it comes to database management, there are many options to choose from. Here, we compare two of the top choices: MongoDB and MySQL.
Reading time
40 min read
Updated date
October 2, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
Web Development Tools

How to Complete a MySQL Performance Tune (4 Key Tips)

Use any of these four tips to complete a MySQL performance tune to optimize your database so the software can respond to queries faster.
Reading time
9 min read
Updated date
March 12, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database

How to Set Up a MySQL Community Server on Your Machine

Setting up a MySQL community server doesn't have to be a headache. Here, we walk you through it, step-by-step.
Reading time
10 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database

How to Check and Upgrade Your MySQL Version Easily

Learn how to check what your MySQL version is. We'll also show you how to upgrade your database to the latest MySQL version.
Reading time
11 min read
Updated date
December 15, 2023
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
WordPress Development

How to Fix “Your PHP Installation Appears to Be Missing the MySQL Extension Which Is Required by WordPress” Error

Struggling with the WordPress missing MySQL extension error message? Here's what it means and how to fix the problem to get your site working.
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7 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Error
Topic
PHP Errors
Topic
WordPress Issues

What Is the Default MySQL Port Number?

The number of ports used by MySQL depends on several factors but the default MySQL port is 3306. Learn more about it & how to connect to a MySQL da…
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3 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database

How to Fix the MySQL 1064 Error (5 Methods)

Learn how to fix "the MySQL 1064 error" message once and for all. This is a syntax error, which means MySQL isn't able to understand your command.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
MySQL Error

How to Fix the “MySQL Server Has Gone Away” Error in WordPress

Learn how to fix the "MySQL server has gone away" error message in WordPress with these three effective methods and what's causing it.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
MySQL Error

MariaDB vs MySQL: A Database Technologies Rundown

MariaDB vs MySQL: What's the difference between the two database technologies? Learn all the facts behind their story and how they impact WordPress!
Reading time
16 min read
Updated date
October 23, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
MySQL Database
Topic
WordPress Development