In the modern age, storing data is of paramount importance, and this is where databases enter the picture. MariaDB is a relatively new database that has become very popular in a short amount of time. It is a community-developed fork of MySQL and it is designed to be an enhanced and backward compatible database solution.

Getting Started with MariaDB is a practical, hands-on, beginner-friendly guide to installing and using MariaDB. This book will start with the installation of MariaDB before moving on to the basics. You will then learn how to configure and maintain your database with the help of real-world examples.

Getting Started with MariaDB literally starts at square one by walking you through the basics of what you need to know about MariaDB. This book will teach you how to install MariaDB as well as how to configure it. Following that, you will then be shown how to secure MariaDB. This book will also teach you common commands and will help you learn how to maintain a MariaDB server.

Daniel Bartholomew has been using Linux since 1997 and databases since 1998. He has written dozens of articles for various magazines, including The Linux Journal, Linux Pro, Ubuntu, User and Tux.

Daniel has been involved with the MariaDB project shortly after it began in early 2009. He currently works for SkySQL and splits his time between MariaDB documentation and maintaining the bits and pieces (including build, e-mail, web, and other servers) that keep the MariaDB project running smoothly. In addition to his day-to-day responsibilities, Daniel also serves as the MariaDB release coordinator and has been deeply involved with almost every MariaDB release.

He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA with his lovely wife and four children.