This publication is intended to facilitate the deployment of the hybrid cloud business continuity solution with Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform and IBM® block CSI (Container Storage Interface) driver plug-in for IBM Spectrum® Virtualize on Public Cloud AWS (Amazon Web Services). This solution is designed to protect the data by using IBM Storage-based Global Mirror replication. For demonstration purposes, MySQL containerized database is installed on the on-premises IBM FlashSystem® that is connected to the Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform (OCP) cluster in the vSphere environment through the IBM block CSI driver. The volume (LUN) on IBM FlashSystem storage system is replicated by using global mirror on IBM Spectrum Virtualize for Public Cloud on AWS. Red Hat OpenShift cluster (OCP cluster) and the IBM block CSI driver plug-in are installed on AWS by using Installer-Provisioned Infrastructure (IPI) methodology. The information in this document is distributed on an as-is basis without any warranty that is either expressed or implied. Support assistance for the use of this material is limited to situations where IBM Spectrum Virtualize for Public Cloud is supported and entitled, and where the issues are specific to this Blueprint implementation.

Identify, analyze, and improve poorly performing queries that damage user experience and lead to lost revenue for your business. This book will help you make query tuning an integral part of your daily routine through a multi-step process that includes monitoring of execution times, identifying candidate queries for optimization, analyzing their current performance, and improving them to deliver results faster and with less overhead. Author Jesper Krogh systematically discusses each of these steps along with the data sources and the tools used to perform them. MySQL 8 Query Performance Tuning aims to help you improve query performance using a wide range of strategies. You will know how to analyze queries using both the traditional EXPLAIN command as well as the new EXPLAIN ANALYZE tool. You also will see how to use the Visual Explain feature to provide a visually-oriented view of an execution plan. Coverage of indexes includes indexing strategies and index statistics, and you will learn how histograms can be used to provide input on skewed data distributions that the optimizer can use to improve query performance. You will learn about locks, and how to investigate locking issues. And you will come away with an understanding of how the MySQL optimizer works, including the new hash join algorithm, and how to change the optimizer’s behavior when needed to deliver faster execution times. You will gain the tools and skills needed to delight application users and to squeeze the most value from corporate computing resources. What You Will Learn Monitor query performance to identify poor performers Choose queries to optimize that will provide the greatest gain Analyze queries using tools such as EXPLAIN ANALYZE and Visual Explain Improve slow queries through a wide range of strategies Properly deploy indexes and histograms to aid in creating fast execution plans Understand and analyze locks to resolve contention and increase throughput Who This Book Is For Database administrators and SQL developers who are familiar with MySQL and need to participate in query tuning. While some experience with MySQL is required, no prior knowledge of query performance tuning is needed.

Use MySQL Shell, the first modern and advanced client for connecting to and interacting with MySQL. It supports SQL, Python, and JavaScript. That’s right! You can write Python scripts and execute them within the shell interactively, or in batch mode. The level of automation available from Python combined with batch mode is especially helpful to those practicing DevOps methods in their database environments. Introducing MySQL Shell covers everything you need to know about MySQL Shell. You will learn how to use the shell for SQL, as well as the new application programming interfaces for working with a document store and even automating your management of MySQL servers using Python. The book includes a look at the supporting technologies and concepts such as JSON, schema-less documents, NoSQL, MySQL Replication, Group Replication, InnoDB Cluster, and more. MySQL Shell is the client that developers and databaseadministrators have been waiting for. Far more powerful than the legacy client, MySQL Shell enables levels of automation that are useful not only for MySQL, but in the broader context of your career as well. Automate your work and build skills in one of the most in-demand languages. With MySQL Shell, you can do both! What You'll Learn Use MySQL Shell with the newest features in MySQL 8 Discover what a Document Store is and how to manage it with MySQL Shell Configure Group Replication and InnoDB Cluster from MySQL Shell Understand the new MySQL Python application programming interfaces Write Python scripts for managing your data and the MySQL high availability features Who This Book Is For Developers and database professionals who want to automate their work and remain on the cutting edge of what MySQLhas to offer. Anyone not happy with the limited automation capabilities of the legacy command-line client will find much to like in this book on the MySQL Shell that supports powerful automation through the Python scripting language.

The latest on SQL databases SQL All -In-One For Dummies, 3rd Edition, is a one-stop shop for everything you need to know about SQL and SQL-based relational databases. Everyone from database administrators to application programmers and the people who manage them will find clear, concise explanations of the SQL language and its many powerful applications. With the ballooning amount of data out there, more and more businesses, large and small, are moving from spreadsheets to SQL databases like Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle databases, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. This compendium of information covers designing, developing, and maintaining these databases. Cope with any issue that arises in SQL database creation and management Get current on the newest SQL updates and capabilities Reference information on querying SQL-based databases in the SQL language Understand relational databases and their importance to today’s organizations SQL All-In-One For Dummies is a timely update to the popular reference for readers who want detailed information about SQL databases and queries.

Dive into the world of MySQL 8.0 with this comprehensive guide, tailored for professionals seeking to optimize and expand their database capabilities. You will master techniques to improve performance, scalability, and security in your database applications, making them robust and efficient. What this Book will help me do Learn to implement and analyze large queries efficiently in MySQL 8.0. Gain insights into optimizing performance by leveraging MySQL indexing and settings. Understand advanced replication techniques, including Group Replication and its applications in InnoDB clusters. Master the essentials of database monitoring and managing large distributed instances. Explore methods for backup, recovery, and enhancing data security within MySQL. Author(s) None Vanier, None Shah, and None Malepati are seasoned database experts with extensive experience in MySQL and database management. They have worked on scaling enterprise-level database applications, focusing on improving performance and reliability. They bring real-world insights and a clear, practical approach to this book, making it an invaluable resource for developers and administrators alike. Who is it for? This book is perfect for database administrators, developers, and system architects who already have a foundational understanding of MySQL and are looking to deepen their expertise. If you're someone interested in enhancing database application performance, mastering advanced techniques, or handling distributed databases and scaling challenges, this book will surely cater to your professional aspirations.

Apache Superset Quick Start Guide teaches you how to leverage Apache Superset to create interactive and insightful data visualizations. With this book, you'll understand how to integrate Superset with popular databases and build user-friendly dashboards tailored for business intelligence needs. What this Book will help me do Set up and configure Apache Superset for data visualization tasks. Integrate data from SQL databases into Superset for dashboards. Design dashboards tailored to represent business metrics and insights. Use Superset's visualization techniques to explore and present various datasets. Understand and apply user role management and security features in Superset. Author(s) None Shekhar is an experienced data visualization and business intelligence specialist with years of experience in working with Apache Superset. They have written several guides on utilizing open-source tools for enterprise needs. Their technical expertise and approachable writing style make this guide practical and engaging. Who is it for? This book is geared towards data analysts, business intelligence professionals, and developers. Beginners to Superset can quickly grasp the fundamentals, while those with prior experience in data visualization will appreciate the advanced techniques. It's perfect for anyone looking to enhance their data storytelling and dashboard design skills.

Mitigate the risks involved in migrating away from a proprietary database platform toward MariaDB’s open source database engine. This book will help you assess the risks and the work involved, and ensure a successful migration. Migrating to MariaDB describes the process and lessons learned during a migration from a proprietary database management engine to the MariaDB open source solution. The book discusses the drivers for making the decision and change, walking you through all aspects of the process from evaluating the licensing, navigating the pitfalls and hurdles of a migration, through to final implementation on the new platform. The book highlights the cost-effectiveness of MariaDB and how the licensing worries are simplified in comparison to running on a proprietary platform. You’ll learn to do your own risk assessment, to identify database and application code that may need to be modified or re-implemented, and to identify MariaDB features to provide the security and failover protection needed by corporate customers. Let the author’s experience in migrating a financial firm to MariaDB inform your own efforts, helping you to develop a road map for both technical and political success within your own organization as you migrate away from proprietary lock-in toward MariaDB’s open source solution. What You'll Learn Evaluate and compare licensing costs between proprietary databases and MariaDB Perform a proper risk assessment to inform your planning and execution of the migration Build a migration road map from the book’s example that is specific to your situation Make needed application changes and migrate data to the MariaDB open source database engine Who This Book Is For Technical professionals (including database administrators, programmers, and technical management) who are interested in migrating away from a proprietary database platform toward MariaDB’s open source database engine and need to assess the risks and the work involved

Set up, manage, and configure the new InnoDB Cluster feature in MySQL from Oracle. If you are growing your MySQL installation and want to explore making your servers highly available, this book provides what you need to know about high availability and the new tools that are available in MySQL 8.0.11 and later. Introducing InnoDB Cluster teaches you about the building blocks that make up InnoDB Cluster such as MySQL Group Replication for storing data redundantly, MySQL Router for the routing of inbound connections, and MySQL Shell for simplified setup and configuration, status reporting, and even automatic failover. You will understand how it all works together to ensure that your data are available even when your primary database server goes down. Features described in this book are available in the Community Edition of MySQL, beginning with the version 8.0.11 GA release, making this book relevant for any MySQL users in need of redundancy against failure. Tutorials in the book show how to configure a test environment and plan a production deployment. Examples are provided in the form of a walk-through of a typical MySQL high-availability setup. What You'll Learn Discover the newest high-availability features in MySQL Set up and use InnoDB Cluster as an HA solution Migrate your existing servers to MySQL 8 Employ best practices for using InnoDB Cluster Configure servers for optimal automatic failover to ensure that applications continue when a server fails Configure MySQL Router to load-balance inbound connections to the cluster Who This Book Is For Systems engineers, developers, and database professionals wanting to learn about the powerful high availability (HA) features, beginning with MySQL 8.0.11: MySQL Shell, MySQL Router, and MySQL Group Replication. The book is useful for those designing high-availability systems backed by a database, and for those interested in open source HA solutions.

Learn the new Document Store feature of MySQL 8 and build applications around a mix of the best features from SQL and NoSQL database paradigms. Don’t allow yourself to be forced into one paradigm or the other, but combine both approaches by using the Document Store. MySQL 8 was designed from the beginning to bridge the gap between NoSQL and SQL. Oracle recognizes that many solutions need the capabilities of both. More specifically, developers need to store objects as loose collections of schema-less documents, but those same developers also need the ability to run structured queries on their data. With MySQL 8, you can do both! Introducing the MySQL 8 Document Store presents new tools and features that make creating a hybrid database solution far easier than ever before. This book covers the vitally important MySQL Document Store, the new X Protocol for developing applications, and a new client shell called the MySQL Shell. Also covered are supporting technologies and concepts such as JSON, schema-less documents, and more. The book gives insight into how features work and how to apply them to get the most out of your MySQL experience. The book covers topics such as: The headline feature in MySQL 8 MySQL's answer to NoSQL New APIs and client protocols What You'll Learn Create NoSQL-style applications by using the Document Store Mix the NoSQL and SQL approaches by using each to its best advantage in a hybrid solution Work with the new X Protocol for application connectivity in MySQL 8 Master the new X Developer Application Programming Interfaces Combine SQL and JSON in the same database and application Migrate existing applications to MySQL Document Store Who This Book Is For Developers and database professionals wanting to learn about the most profound paradigm-changing features of the MySQL 8 Document Store

Utilize this practical and easy-to-follow guide to modernize traditional enterprise data warehouse and business intelligence environments with next-generation big data technologies. Next-Generation Big Data takes a holistic approach, covering the most important aspects of modern enterprise big data. The book covers not only the main technology stack but also the next-generation tools and applications used for big data warehousing, data warehouse optimization, real-time and batch data ingestion and processing, real-time data visualization, big data governance, data wrangling, big data cloud deployments, and distributed in-memory big data computing. Finally, the book has an extensive and detailed coverage of big data case studies from Navistar, Cerner, British Telecom, Shopzilla, Thomson Reuters, and Mastercard. What You’ll Learn Install Apache Kudu, Impala, and Spark to modernize enterprise data warehouse and business intelligence environments, complete with real-world, easy-to-follow examples, and practical advice Integrate HBase, Solr, Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, Flume, Kafka, HDFS, and Amazon S3 with Apache Kudu, Impala, and Spark Use StreamSets, Talend, Pentaho, and CDAP for real-time and batch data ingestion and processing Utilize Trifacta, Alteryx, and Datameer for data wrangling and interactive data processing Turbocharge Spark with Alluxio, a distributed in-memory storage platform Deploy big data in the cloud using Cloudera Director Perform real-time data visualization and time series analysis using Zoomdata, Apache Kudu, Impala, and Spark Understand enterprise big data topics such as big data governance, metadata management, data lineage, impact analysis, and policy enforcement, and how to use Cloudera Navigator to perform common data governance tasks Implement big data use cases such as big data warehousing, data warehouse optimization, Internet of Things, real-time data ingestion and analytics, complex event processing, and scalable predictive modeling Study real-world big data case studies from innovative companies, including Navistar, Cerner, British Telecom, Shopzilla, Thomson Reuters, and Mastercard Who This Book Is For BI and big data warehouse professionals interested in gaining practical and real-world insight into next-generation big data processing and analytics using Apache Kudu, Impala, and Spark; and those who want to learn more about other advanced enterprise topics

Explore cutting-edge web optimization techniques in 'Mastering The Faster Web with PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript'. This comprehensive guide equips developers with the tools and knowledge to create lightning-fast web applications using modern technologies, including PHP 7, asynchronous programming, advanced SQL, and efficient JavaScript. What this Book will help me do Efficiently use profiling and benchmarking tools to identify performance bottlenecks. Optimize PHP 7 applications through efficient data structures and logical improvements. Enhance database performance by identifying and solving inefficient SQL queries. Incorporate modern asynchronous programming and functional programming techniques into your workflow. Integrate seamless UI designs that prioritize application responsiveness and user experience. Author(s) None Caya is a seasoned web developer with extensive experience in PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript. Through their career, they have delved deep into profiling, optimization techniques, and modern web technologies to deliver high-performance web solutions. This book reflects their commitment to providing actionable insights and practical advice to fellow developers. Who is it for? Ideal readers of this book are PHP developers with foundational knowledge in programming and web technologies who aspire to build and optimize modern web applications. Experience in JavaScript is not required, as the book covers essential aspects needed for performance enhancements. If you're aiming to hone your skills in creating faster web solutions, this book suits your goals perfectly.

Practical instruction on using JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) with MySQL This hands-on guide teaches, step by step, how to use JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) with MySQL. Written by a MySQL Community Manager for Oracle , MySQL and JSON: A Practical Programming Guide shows how to quickly get started using JSON with MySQL and clearly explains the latest tools and functions. All content is based on the author’s years of interaction with MySQL professionals. Throughout, real-world examples and sample code guide you through the syntax and application of each method. You will get in-depth coverage of programming with the MySQL Document Store. •See how JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) works with MySQL •Use JSON as string data and JSON as a data type •Find the path, load data, and handle searches with REGEX •Work with JSON and non-JSON output •Build virtual generated columns and stored generated columns •Generate complex geometries using GeoJSON •Convert and manage data with JSON functions •Access JSON data, collections, and tables through MySQL Document Store

Build interactive, data-driven websites with the potent combination of open source technologies and web standards, even if you have only basic HTML knowledge. In this update to this popular hands-on guide, you’ll tackle dynamic web programming with the latest versions of today’s core technologies: PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, and key jQuery libraries. Web designers will learn how to use these technologies together and pick up valuable web programming practices along the way—including how to optimize websites for mobile devices. At the end of the book, you’ll put everything together to build a fully functional social networking site suitable for both desktop and mobile browsers. Explore MySQL, from database structure to complex queries Use the MySQLi extension, PHP’s improved MySQL interface Create dynamic PHP web pages that tailor themselves to the user Manage cookies and sessions and maintain a high level of security Enhance the JavaScript language with jQuery and jQuery mobile libraries Use Ajax calls for background browser-server communication Style your web pages by acquiring CSS2 and CSS3 skills Implement HTML5 features, including geolocation, audio, video, and the canvas element Reformat your websites into mobile web apps

Explore the engine that drives the internet It takes a powerful suite of technologies to drive the most-visited websites in the world. PHP, mySQL, JavaScript, and other web-building languages serve as the foundation for application development and programming projects at all levels of the web. Dig into this all-in-one book to get a grasp on these in-demand skills, and figure out how to apply them to become a professional web builder. You’ll get valuable information from seven handy books covering the pieces of web programming, HTML5 & CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL, creating object-oriented programs, and using PHP frameworks. This book is ideal for the inexperienced programmer interested in adding these skills to their toolbox. New coders who've made it through an online course or boot camp will also find great value in how this book builds on what you already know. Helps you grasp the technologies that power web applications Covers PHP version 7.2 Includes coverage of the latest updates in web development Perfect for developers to use to solve problems

Dive into 'MySQL 8 Administrator's Guide' and master all the crucial administration tasks in the latest MySQL 8 release. This book offers clear guidance on maintaining high performance and availability for your MySQL systems, enabling you to become proficient in optimizing, securing, and scaling databases. What this Book will help me do Master MySQL 8's data types and storage configurations for optimal database efficiency. Implement advanced replication and backup techniques to ensure database availability. Optimize query performance using MySQL indexing practices for maximum speed. Secure databases with MySQL 8 features, protecting data integrity and confidentiality. Troubleshoot common MySQL 8 issues to maintain seamless database operation. Author(s) None Mehta, None Oza, and Subhash Shah bring together a wealth of experience in database management and system optimization. With a knack for presenting complex topics in a clear and practical manner, they aim to empower database administrators with actionable knowledge and effective methods. Who is it for? This book is ideal for database administrators (DBAs) looking to enhance their skill set in MySQL 8, including those new to MySQL administration or professionals transitioning from other database platforms. Basic familiarity with database concepts is assumed, making the content accessible while offering depth for seasoned administrators.

With "MySQL 8 Cookbook," dive into over 150 practical recipes tailored for database professionals aiming to master MySQL 8. You will explore setup, querying, and advanced features like security and performance tuning. This book is your comprehensive guide to efficient database handling in MySQL 8. What this Book will help me do Efficiently set up and configure a MySQL 8 environment. Master advanced querying techniques using new MySQL features such as CTEs and window functions. Execute robust data backup and recovery strategies with MySQL 8. Implement performance improvements with tools and features like descending indexes and query optimizers. Secure, manage, and optimize databases to support scalable, high-performance applications. Author(s) Karthik Appigatla is a seasoned database administrator and developer with extensive expertise in MySQL and relational database systems. With years of industry experience, he brings a practical perspective to database solutions. His passion is to empower learners by simplifying complex database concepts with a hands-on approach. Who is it for? This book is tailored for MySQL developers or administrators who seek ready solutions for their MySQL challenges. Whether you're upgrading to MySQL 8 or want to leverage its latest features, this cookbook is for you. Ideal for those with basic Linux and SQL experience aiming to build advanced MySQL knowledge and skills.

Create and run a real-time, highly-available, and high-redundancy version of the world's most popular open-source database, MySQL. You will understand the advantages and disadvantages of the MySQL NDB Cluster solution, and when MySQL NDB Cluster is the right choice. Pro MySQL NDB Cluster walks you through the full lifecycle of a MySQL Cluster installation: starting with the installation and initial configuration, moving through online configuration and schema changes, and completing with online upgrades. Along the way, you will learn to monitor your cluster, make decisions about schema design, implement geographic replication, troubleshoot and optimize performance, and much more. This book covers the many programming APIs that are supported by MySQL NDB Cluster. There's also robust coverage of connecting to MySQL NDB Cluster from Java, SQL, memcached, and even from C++. From any of these languages, you'll be able to connect and store and retrieve data as your applications demand. The book: Covers MySQL NDB Cluster concepts and architecture Takes you through the MySQL NDB Cluster lifecycle from installation to upgrades Guides you through DBA and Developer decisions when working with MySQL NDB Cluster What You'll Learn Understand the shared-nothing architecture behind MySQL NDB Cluster Plan, install, and configure a MySQL NDB Cluster environment Perform everyday tasks such as backing up, restoring, and upgrading Develop applications from Java, memcached, C++, and SQL Troubleshoot and resolve application performance problems Master enterprise-level features such the MySQL NDB Cluster Manager Who This Book Is For Database administrators and developers who are looking into deploying MySQL NDB Cluster, or who already have a cluster in production and want to increase their knowledge and ability to handle routine administrative tasks and troubleshooting. The book also is for those developers wanting to employ MySQL NDB Cluster as their chosen storage engine from Java, memcached, and C++ applications.

Walk away from old-fashioned and cumbersome query approaches and answer your business intelligence questions through simple and powerful queries built on common table expressions (CTEs) and window functions. These new features in MariaDB and MySQL help you to write queries without having to wade through a quagmire of brittle self-joins and other crazy techniques from the past. Your queries will generate correct results, be more readable and less brittle in the face of unexpected data, and you’ll be able to adapt them quickly in the face of changing business requirements. MariaDB and MySQL Common Table Expressions and Window Functions Revealed introduces and explains CTEs and window functions, newly available in MariaDB 10.2 and MySQL 8.0, and helps you understand why and how every MariaDB and MySQL database programmer should learn and apply these features in their daily work. CTEs and especially window functions enable easy solutions to many query challenges that in prior releases have been difficult and sometimes impossible to surmount. Mastering these features opens the door to query solutions that are more robust, execute faster, and are easier to maintain over time than prior solutions using older techniques. The book: Takes you step-by-step through the workings of common table expressions and window functions Provides easy-to-follow examples of the new syntax Helps you answer business questions faster and easier than ever What You'll Learn Answer business questions using simple queries that don’t break in the face of unexpected data Avoid writing queries that are a difficult-to-maintain quagmire of self-joins and nested subqueries Recognize situations that call for window functions, and learn when to use these features Reduce the need for performance-robbing self-joins Simplify and speed the execution of analytical queries Create queries that finish in seconds instead of hours Who This Book Is For Database administrators and application developers who want to quickly get up to speed on important features in MariaDB and MySQL for writing business intelligence queries. Any developer writing SQL against MariaDB and MySQL databases will benefit tremendously from the knowledge and techniques this book provides.

PHP & MySQL: Novice to Ninja, 6th Edition is a hands-on guide to learning all the tools, principles, and techniques needed to build a fully functional application using PHP & MySQL. Comprehensively updated to cover PHP 7 and modern best practice, this practical and fun book covers everything from installing PHP and MySQL through to creating a complete online content management system. You'll learn how to: Install PHP & MySQL on Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux Gain a thorough understanding of PHP syntax Use object oriented programming techniques Master database design principles and SQL Develop robust websites that can handle high levels of traffic Build a working content management system (CMS) And much more!

In just a short time, you can learn how to use PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript together to create dynamic, interactive websites and applications using three leading web development technologies. No previous programming experience is required. Using a straightforward, step-by-step approach, each lesson in this book builds on the previous ones, enabling you to learn the essentials of full-stack web application development – from HTML, CSS, and JavaScript on the front end, to PHP scripting and MySQL databases on the server. Regardless of whether you run Linux, Windows, or MacOS, the book includes complete instructions to install all the software you need to set up a stable environment for learning, testing, and production. Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common web application development tasks. Practical, hands-on examples show you how to apply what you learn. Quizzes and exercises help you test your knowledge and stretch your skills. Learn how to: Build web pages with HTML5 and CSS Use JavaScript to build dynamic, interactive web pages Get PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript to work together to create modern, standards-compliant web applications Enhance interactivity with AJAX Leverage JavaScript libraries such as jQuery Work with cookies and user sessions Get user input with web-based forms Use basic SQL commands Interact with the MySQL database using PHP Write maintainable code and get started with version control Decide when frameworks such as Bootstrap, Foundation, React, Angular, and Laravel can be useful Create a web-based discussion forum or calendar Add a storefront and shopping cart to your site Contents at a Glance PART I Web Application Basics 1 Understanding How the Web Works 2 Structuring HTML and Using Cascading Style Sheets 3 Understanding the CSS Box Model and Positioning 4 Introducing JavaScript 5 Introducing PHP PART II Getting Started with Dynamic Web Sites 6 Understanding Dynamic Web Sites and HTML5 Applications 7 JavaScript Fundamentals: Variables, Strings, and Arrays 8 JavaScript Fundamentals: Functions, Objects, and Flow Control 9 Understanding JavaScript Event Handling 10 The Basics of Using jQuery PART III Taking Your Web Applications to the Next Level 11 AJAX: Getting Started with Remote Scripting 12 PHP Fundamentals: Variables, Strings, and Arrays 13 PHP Fundamentals: Functions, Objects, and Flow Control 14 Working with Cookies and User Sessions 15 Working with Web-Based Forms PART IV Integrating a Database into Your Applications 16 Understanding the Database Design Process 17 Learning Basic SQL Commands 18 Interacting with MySQL Using PHP PART V Getting Started with Application Development 19 Creating a Simple Discussion Forum 20 Creating an Online Storefront 21 Creating a Simple Calendar 22 Managing Web Applications PART VI Appendixes A Installation QuickStart with XAMPP B Installing and Configuring MySQL C Installing and Configuring Apache D Installing and Configuring PHP