Choosing the Right Data Types for Your MySQL Database

A well designed database uses the most suitable data type for each item. Data type categories are numeric, temporal, character and binary. Follow the ABC rule for choosing data types: Appropriate, Brief, Complete.

To learn more about data types and other key topics for getting started on the MySQL Database, take the MySQL for Beginners training course.

You can take this 4-day training course through the following formats:

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