Category: MySql Toolbox
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How to improve mysql performance using CACHING
Before diving into a deep performance investigation — wait stats, execution plans, I/O benchmarks — it’s worth checking whether a simple configuration oversight is behind the problem. One of the most common and highest-impact quick wins in MySQL is query cache sizing. A cache that’s disabled, too small, or incorrectly sized can account for a…
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Queries to see rapidly what your MySql is doing NOW
When troubleshooting a slow or unresponsive MySQL instance, the first step is always the same: find out what is happening right now. These quick diagnostic queries use MySQL’s built-in SHOW STATUS and SHOW PROCESSLIST commands to surface the most useful information in seconds — no external tools required. 1. Active Processes and Running Queries SHOW…