Connect to MySQL Worry-Free
dotConnect for MySQL allows connecting to MySQL and MariaDB databases via TCP/IP with no need for native clients, thus simplifying application development and deployment significantly.

• Easy connection without any client libraries.
• Full support for MySQL-specific data types.
• Robust security features with advanced encryption and authentication.
• Flexible connectivity options for diverse operational environments.
• Cost-effective deployment.

Advanced ORM Support
dotConnect for MySQL offers enhanced ORM support with a bundled Entity Developer - visual designer for ORM models.

Fast Reliable Data Access at Scale
dotConnect for MySQL provides asynchronous data retrieval capabilities, allowing .NET applications to remain responsive during background data operations. It includes performance-oriented features such as server-side pagination and selective data loading, enabling developers to optimize memory usage and reduce processing overhead. Its flexible error handling configuration exposes detailed diagnostic information, aiding in effective debugging and helping to maintain data integrity in complex applications.

Features

• Advanced connection configuration - Dynamically configure MySQL connections using tools such as MySqlConnectionStringBuilder, and enable server discovery and metadata access for flexible and robust database connectivity in .NET applications.
• In-memory data management - Manage relational data offline using MySqlDataSet and MySqlDataTable, which support data binding, manipulation, and batch updates for scalable, disconnected MySQL applications.
• Bulk data operations and backups - Efficiently import large datasets with MySqlLoader, and create database backups using MySqlDump to improve data migrations and preserve data integrity in MySQL.
• Secure connectivity and configuration - Protect MySQL connections with SSH, SSL, HTTP tunneling, and encrypted storage to enable robust authentication and data protection for applications.
• Event-driven monitoring and change tracking - Monitor MySQL operations and data changes with MySqlDependency and MySqlMonitor to provide real-time diagnostics and responsive applications.
• Development wizards in Visual Studio - Enhance MySQL development with Visual Studio wizards for connections, DataSets, and migrations to boost productivity and simplify database tasks.