MariaDB
MariaDB Overview
MariaDB is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) that is a drop-in replacement for MySQL. It was created by the original developers of MySQL after Oracle acquired it, with a focus on openness, performance, and advanced features. MariaDB is widely used in web applications, enterprise systems, and cloud platforms due to its compatibility, scalability, and robust SQL support.
🧩 Key Features
MySQL Compatibility
Fully compatible with MySQL in terms of APIs, commands, and connectors.Open Source and Community-Driven
Developed under the GPL license with active contributions from a global community.High Performance
Enhanced query optimizer, thread pool, and multiple storage engines (like Aria and XtraDB).Scalability
Supports replication (master-slave, master-master), Galera Cluster for multi-master replication, and sharding.Security
Built-in authentication plugins, encryption, role-based access, and PAM integration.JSON and GIS Support
Handles semi-structured data and geographic/spatial data types.Storage Engines
Offers a variety of pluggable storage engines for different workloads, including Aria, InnoDB, MyRocks, and ColumnStore.