Install MySQL Client on Mac Using Homebrew

If you're looking to install the MySQL client on your Mac, you've come to the right place. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of installing the MySQL client using Homebrew.

### Connect to the MySQL Server

Before we can execute SQL commands, we need to connect to the installed MySQL server. To do this, open a terminal and type `mysql -uroot`. This will allow you to log in as the root user. By default, MySQL 8.0 uses caching_sha2_password authentication.

### Manage Your MySQL Server

Once connected, you can use defined shortcuts to manage your MySQL server. These shortcuts include `mysql -start`, `mysql -stop`, and `mysql -restart`. You can also define these shortcuts in your bash profile to avoid typing long commands like `brew services`.

To start the MySQL server, simply run `brew services start mysql`. This will start the server in the background, but you can see the output by running `brew services list` or `brew services status`.

### Install the Latest Version of MySQL

Before installing the latest version of MySQL, let's check what's available. You can do this by running `brew info mysql`. This will show you the latest available version. To install it, simply run `brew install mysql`. If you want to install a specific version, you can specify it in the command.

### Configure Your MySQL Server

By default, MySQL is configured to only allow connections from localhost. If you want to connect remotely, you'll need to configure your server to allow this. You can do this by editing the `my.cnf` file or using the `mysql_secure_installation` script.

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That's it! With these steps, you should now have the MySQL client installed on your Mac and be able to execute SQL commands. Remember to always use caution when working with databases, as they can contain sensitive information.

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