Azure Database for MySQL
Fully managed, scalable MySQL Database.
Overview
Azure Database for MySQL is a relational database service in the Microsoft cloud based on the MySQL Community Edition.
Key Resources
| Homepage: | https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/mysql/ |
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| Pricing: | https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/details/mysql/ |
| SLA: | https://azure.microsoft.com/support/legal/sla/mysql/ |
| Newsfeed: | RSS |
Getting Started
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Describe how Azure Database for MySQL supports mission-critical workloads with predictable performance and dynamic scalability. Determine whether you should implement Azure...
News
| Date | News |
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| 11/12/2025 |
We are thrilled to announce the General Availability of a highly requested feature: Self-serve configuration of the lower_case_table_names server parameter during server creation. For MySQL...
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| 11/12/2025 |
Azure Database for MySQL triggers for Azure Functions are now generally available, enabling you to set up change tracking and develop event-driven applications at scale on any MySQL table. You...
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| 11/5/2025 |
Announcing the general availability of a dedicated Azure Standard Load Balancer in Azure Database for MySQL - Flexible Server for high availability-enabled servers. With this feature, a high...
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| 10/28/2025 |
Table of Contents
Abstract
The Enterprise Challenge: Storage Complexity at Scale
Introducing the Azure NetApp Files VS Code Extension
Technical Architecture: Building for Developer...
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| 10/9/2025 |
You can now configure a custom port (25001–26000) during server creation for both public and private access-enabled servers—enabling you to integrate more easily with existing applications and...
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| 10/1/2025 |
As organizations accelerate their AI adoption on Microsoft Azure, governance, compliance, and security become critical pillars for success. Deploying AI workloads without a structured compliance...
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| 9/29/2025 |
Securing AI Workloads with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Purview and Sentinel in Azure Landing Zones
In this blog, we’ll cover:
Why AI Landing Zones matter.
Security threats specific to AI workloads.
Mapping Azure security services into AI Landing Zone design areas.
A reference architecture...
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| 9/25/2025 |
Governance Principles
Least Privilege: Grant only the permissions required for each role.
Segregation of Duties (SoD): Separate responsibilities for build, deploy, operate, and...
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| 9/24/2025 |
You can now manually trigger on-demand backups in Azure DB for MySQL - Flexible Server instead of solely relying on the system-initiated automated backups and schedule. As part of August 2025...
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| 9/10/2025 |
You can now use self-healing tools to proactively resolve common server issues—without opening a support case. The new Self-Heal feature in Azure Database for MySQL – Flexible Server, is now...
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| 9/10/2025 |
To help you manage your MySQL upgrade timelines with greater flexibility, we’re introducing Extended Support for Azure Database for MySQL – Flexible Server, starting in spring 2026. If your...
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| 9/10/2025 |
Announcing the general availability of Azure Database for MySQL – Flexible Server version 8.4. With this release, you can now create new MySQL 8.4 servers for your production workloads and...
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| 9/4/2025 |
You can now take advantage of near-zero-downtime maintenance for Azure Database for MySQL – Flexible Server with high availability (HA) enabled. This capability is now generally available and is...
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| 9/4/2025 |
When we think about human intelligence, memory is one of the first things that comes to mind. It’s what enables us to learn from our experiences, adapt to new situations, and make more informed...
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| 9/1/2025 |
Tony Cardella is a seasoned software engineer based in Houston, Texas. With a robust background in enterprise development, Tony brings deep expertise in the .NET Framework (C#), Python, and cloud...
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| 7/30/2025 |
Now available for the General Purpose tier, accelerated logs in Azure Database for MySQL - Flexible Server give you the performance benefits previously available only in the Business Critical...
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| 7/30/2025 |
Azure Database for MySQL now enables you to configure the backup interval for the automatic backups taken by the system to improve restore speed. This new feature optimizes the process by...
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| 6/23/2025 |
We’re excited to announce a major enhancement to the deployment experience for Strapi on Azure App Service. Building on the foundation laid out in our overview, quick start, and FAQ , this...
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| 6/23/2025 |
The Age of Prompt-Driven Development
A significant shift is underway in the way we develop software. AI agents and prompt-based tools are shaping modern development. As a developer, you don’t...
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| 6/4/2025 |
Announcing the public preview of a dedicated Azure Standard Load Balancer in Azure Database for MySQL - Flexible Server for high availability-enabled servers. With this feature, a high...
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