MySQL is the most popular Open Source SQL database system. A database is a structured collection of data. MySQL allows you to quickly access, edit and add to the database.

Once you have set up a MySQL database via your control panel, you can start adding information to it via your web-based MySQL manager (PHPMyAdmin) through the control panel. Then you’ll need to integrate it into your website. PHP, an easy-to-use, powerful scripting language, is often utilized to interact with your MySQL database. There are many great tutorials on combining PHP and MySQL for a great database-driven website.