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Databases

Do I have to install mysql even if i have Xampp?

I can use mysql if i install Xampp but do I have to install mysql too? The teacher is installing mysql from mysql.com.

3 Answers

Gabor Gazdag
Gabor Gazdag
10,474 Points

Hi Kohane, if you are installing XAMP the mysql function is usually included already. There is a function included where you can maintain your databases in mysql. His name is phpmyadmin.

Cheers, Gabor

Gabor Gazdag Just to clarify with your answer, I would still be able to use XAMP and phpMyAdmin to go through the Database courses, correct?

I started the MySQL stuff a while back just to take a look at it all. I installed and used the MySQL stuff as in the video. A couple of weeks ago, I deleted all the MySQL stuff and installed XAMP to use with practicing building websites. Just curious if I will need to get rid of XAMP and go back to the MySQL installs to finish all the courses (whenever I get around to it).

Ok. Thanks Gabor. :)

Gabor Gazdag
Gabor Gazdag
10,474 Points

Hi Michael. Everything what have to do is export the db and import it on phpmyadmin to your XAMP environment. If you decide to delete XAMP from your pc just make a new export from it an you will be able to continue with your course when you have time.