This software provides a seamless and effortless installation of a standalone MySQL server.
MySQL Sandbox is a tool that simplifies the task of installing a separate MySQL server. It is designed to allow the installation of one or more independent MySQL servers, without affecting any other servers on the system.
Installation is straightforward, requiring the unpacking of MySQL binaries to a desired location under your home directory. Then, simply unpack the distribution package in an empty directory, and run the install script.
It is possible to create the data directory in two ways. The first method involves using the mysql_install_db script, with an additional script run to install a username and password in the database. The second method involves copying the data directory from an already existing location (provided you have the necessary privileges to read files).
For additional options, run the command ./install.pl --help. Once installed, use the start.sh script to start the server and use.sh to utilize a client with the sandbox server.
In summary, MySQL Sandbox offers a user-friendly installation experience for an independent MySQL server, with options to customize the data directory and utilize various scripts for ease of use.
Installation is straightforward, requiring the unpacking of MySQL binaries to a desired location under your home directory. Then, simply unpack the distribution package in an empty directory, and run the install script.
It is possible to create the data directory in two ways. The first method involves using the mysql_install_db script, with an additional script run to install a username and password in the database. The second method involves copying the data directory from an already existing location (provided you have the necessary privileges to read files).
For additional options, run the command ./install.pl --help. Once installed, use the start.sh script to start the server and use.sh to utilize a client with the sandbox server.
In summary, MySQL Sandbox offers a user-friendly installation experience for an independent MySQL server, with options to customize the data directory and utilize various scripts for ease of use.
What's New
Version 3.0 GA: N/A