10 Common Mistakes Developers Make When Using MySQL (And How to Avoid Them)
Introduction: MySQL is a powerful database, but improper usage can lead to performance bottlenecks, security risks, and downtime. Here are the 10 most common mistakes we’ve seen—and how to fix them.
Key Points:
- Not indexing tables properly
- Using SELECT * instead of specifying columns
- Ignoring database backups
Conclusion: Optimizing MySQL queries and following best practices can significantly improve performance and security.