Reliable and proven
One of the most widely used databases for web applications.
MySQL
We model relationships, indexes, and validation around your workflows, with attention to migrations, backups, and the queries your application uses most.
Useful for business systems whose information is naturally organised into related records and transactional workflows.
Planning your implementation
A technology choice is a delivery decision.
We plan the work needed to build, operate and improve the application, not just the first set of features.
- 01
Review the requirements
We model relationships, data integrity rules, frequent queries, access permissions, and expected growth before finalising the schema.
- 02
Validate the important assumptions
Use a focused prototype or a representative workflow where a technical uncertainty could affect scope. Agree the acceptance checks before building the full solution.
- 03
Plan the handover
Schema migrations, indexing decisions, backup and restore procedures, and operational ownership.
Why MySQL
Why we use MySQL.
Where MySQL adds the most value in the projects we deliver.
Fast for common workloads
Performs well for typical business applications.
Easy to host
Supported by almost every hosting and cloud provider.
Strong tooling
Mature backup, replication and monitoring tools.
Questions
Common questions.
Quick answers to what people often ask us about MySQL.
MySQL or PostgreSQL?
Both are excellent. MySQL is widely available and simple to run; PostgreSQL offers more advanced features. We recommend based on your needs.
Can you improve a slow database?
Yes. We review queries, indexes and structure to improve performance.
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