GorodenkoffshutterstockA PHP script is a convenient way to accept information submitted from a website's HTML form and insert it into a MySQL/MariaDB database. This tutorial will cover how to create a basic PHP script for inserting data, and an HTML form to take user input from a webpage and pass it to…
Virrage ImagesshutterstockPHP is designed to integrate easily into a website. One of the most common uses of PHP is to fetch content from a database and display it on an HTML page. This tutorial covers connecting to a MySQL/MariaDB database, retrieving information from a simple table with `PHP…
Juice FlairshutterstockThe MySQL ‘too many connections’ error in MySQL or MariaDB can cripple websites and applications if there are too many simultaneous connections. In this article, we show the actions you can take to fix it. You’ll learn how to increase the maximum number of allowed connections,…
REDPIXEL.PLshutterstockForgetting the root password in MySQL or MariaDB doesn’t need to become a serious issue. By following the right steps, you can reset a MySQL/MariaDB root password quickly and easily at any time. This dedicated guide walks you step by step through both methods and points out what…
rangizzzShutterstockThe performance of a MySQL or MariaDB database significantly impacts application speed. With the right optimisations, queries can be accelerated, resources used more efficiently, and bottlenecks avoided. This article guides you step-by-step on how to optimise MySQL/MariaDB on a…
Oleksiy MarkshutterstockBy connecting MySQL to a Linux server, you can link your database with a Linux cloud environment. In this article, we’ll show you how to do it step by step: from creating a test database and accessing it via a PHP script to querying data. You’ll also find troubleshooting tips for…
OllyyshutterstockThe ‘error establishing a database connection’ often blocks access to websites and applications using MySQL or MariaDB. Our article provides a step-by-step guide to identifying and fixing the cause. Learn how to check credentials, reset passwords, and test connections from the…
Titima OngkantongShutterstockA reliable backup is crucial for the smooth operation of MariaDB. Errors during updates, hardware failures or security incidents can put your data at risk, potentially causing complete data loss. To avoid this, it's important to regularly create backups and test them. MariaDB…
Titima OngkantongShutterstockInstalling MariaDB on Windows is straightforward and can be completed in just a few steps. The setup wizard guides you through each stage. Once installed, you’ll have a fully functional database server ready to go. You can execute queries, store data and manage users with ease.…
Titima OngkantongShutterstockOn Ubuntu 24.04 you can install MariaDB directly through the package manager, then secure access and start the service. MariaDB processes data reliably and efficiently, supports transactions and allows multiple user accounts with clearly defined rights. Ubuntu 24.04 provides a…