MariaDB

MariaDB is an open-source relational database management system (RDBMS) used to store, manage, and query structured data. It is a popular MySQL-compatible database solution for web applications, enterprise systems, analytics platforms, and cloud-based workloads.

The solution supports common database workflows including database creation, user management, SQL query execution, table management, data storage, backup operations, and secure access control. It is ideal for application backends, CMS platforms, e-commerce systems, reporting tools, and production database environments.

Version: MariaDB Community Server 12.2 Latest GA

Features of MariaDB:

• Open-source relational database management system.
• MySQL-compatible SQL database engine.
• Supports databases, tables, indexes, users, and privileges.
• High performance for web applications and enterprise workloads.
• Supports transactions, replication, clustering, and backup workflows.
• Secure access control with user authentication and permissions.

Usage instructions for MariaDB
$ sudo su
$ systemctl status mariadb
$ mariadb --version
$ mariadb
MariaDB [(none)]> SELECT VERSION();
MariaDB [(none)]> SHOW DATABASES;
MariaDB [(none)]> EXIT;

Database service status can be checked using: systemctl status mariadb

Access MariaDB locally:
Run the command: mariadb

Default MariaDB port:
3306

Disclaimer: MariaDB is provided “as is” under applicable open-source licenses. Users are responsible for secure database configuration, password management, firewall rules, access control, data backup, and validation of production workloads. This solution is best suited for hosting relational databases for development, testing, and production environments.