# MySQL

MySQL is an incredibly popular open source relational database management system (RDBMS). MySQL can be used as a stand-alone client or in conjunction with other services to provide database connectivity. The **M** in LAMP stack stands for MySQL; that alone should provide an idea of its prevalence.

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<BadgeLink colorScheme='blue' badgeText='MySQL Website' href='https://www.mysql.com/'>MySQL website</BadgeLink>
<BadgeLink badgeText='Course' colorScheme='green' href='https://www.w3schools.com/mySQl/default.asp'>W3Schools - MySQL tutorial </BadgeLink>
<BadgeLink badgeText='Course' colorScheme='green' href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7S_tz1z_5bA'>MySQL tutorial for beginners</BadgeLink>
