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This MCP server enables AI models to interact with MySQL databases, providing tools for querying, executing commands, and managing database structure.
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This MCP server enables AI models to interact with MySQL databases, providing tools for querying, executing commands, and managing database structure.
This server provides useful database interaction capabilities but requires careful configuration and monitoring. It is safe when used with appropriate access controls and query validation. It is risky if exposed to untrusted AI models or if database credentials are not securely managed.
Performance depends on the complexity of the queries and the size of the database. Consider optimizing queries and indexing tables for better performance.
The primary cost considerations are the resources used by the MySQL database server and the compute resources used by the AI model. There are no direct API costs associated with this MCP server.
npx -y @smithery/cli install @f4ww4z/mcp-mysql-server --client claude{
"mcpServers": {
"mysql": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@f4ww4z/mcp-mysql-server", "mysql://user:password@localhost:port/database"],
}
}
}MYSQL_PASSWORDOPENAI_API_KEYconnect_dbEstablishes a connection to a MySQL database using provided credentials.
Only establishes a connection; no data is read or modified.
queryExecutes SELECT queries against the database.
Read-only operation; no data modification.
executeExecutes INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE queries against the database.
Allows modification of data within the database.
list_tablesLists all tables in the connected database.
Read-only operation; retrieves metadata about the database.
describe_tableRetrieves the structure of a specific table.
Read-only operation; retrieves metadata about a specific table.
Environment Variable
This server provides useful database interaction capabilities but requires careful configuration and monitoring. It is safe when used with appropriate access controls and query validation. It is risky if exposed to untrusted AI models or if database credentials are not securely managed.
The server allows full read/write access to the database by default. Ensure the AI model using this server is trusted and properly configured to prevent unintended data modification or deletion.
Production Tip
Implement robust input validation and query sanitization in the AI model to prevent SQL injection and other security vulnerabilities.
Use environment variables to store database credentials and ensure that these variables are not exposed in your code or logs. Consider using a secrets management solution for added security.
Always use prepared statements with parameterized queries. This ensures that user inputs are treated as data, not as executable code.
You can configure multiple instances of this server, each connecting to a different database. Use different server names in your MCP configuration for each instance.
Monitor the performance of the MySQL database server itself. Use standard database monitoring tools to track query execution times, resource usage, and other relevant metrics.
The server will return an error message. Implement retry logic in your AI model to handle connection failures gracefully.
No, this server does not explicitly manage transactions. You need to implement transaction management within your SQL queries if required.
Use `npm update @f4ww4z/mcp-mysql-server` to update to the latest version.