Installing MySQL 5.7 on Your Mac

If you're looking to install MySQL 5.7 on your Mac, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Before we dive into the installation process, let's take a brief look at what MariaDB is. MariaDB is a fork of the popular MySQL relational database management system (RDBMS) that was developed due to concerns over its acquisition by Oracle Corporation in 2009. The name 'MariaDB' comes from Michael 'Monty' Widenius', one of the founders of MySQL AB and the founder of Monty Program AB, who named it after his younger daughter Maria.

Once installed, MariaDB offers all the features of MySQL 5.7, including new storage engines like Aria, ColumnStore, and MyRocks. Additionally, MariaDB is designed to maintain high compatibility with MySQL, allowing it in many cases to function as a drop-in replacement for MySQL.

To install MySQL 5.7 on your Mac, follow these steps:

1. Download the installation package from the official MariaDB website.

2. Open the package and run the installer.

3. Follow the prompts to select the installation location and choose whether you want to install the server, client, or both.

4. Once the installation is complete, start the MySQL server by running the command `mysql.server start` in the terminal.

5. Verify that the server is running by checking the MariaDB logs or using a tool like MySQL Workbench.

That's it! You should now have MySQL 5.7 installed on your Mac and be ready to use it with your applications.

Install mysql 5.7 on mac