mysql-connector-net
A fully-managed ADO.NET driver for MySQL, providing .NET applications with native database connectivity and modern features.
What is mysql-connector-net?
MySQL Connector/NET is an ADO.NET driver that provides .NET applications with connectivity to MySQL databases. It implements the MySQL protocol entirely in C#, allowing developers to interact with MySQL without relying on external native libraries. The driver supports both traditional relational operations and modern NoSQL document store features through MySQL X DevAPI.
.NET developers building applications that require MySQL database connectivity, including those using Entity Framework Core for data access and developers needing cross-platform compatibility across .NET Framework and .NET Core.
Developers choose MySQL Connector/NET for its pure managed implementation, which ensures better integration with .NET tooling and avoids native dependency issues. It offers comprehensive feature support including OpenTelemetry, modern authentication methods, and seamless compatibility with the latest .NET and EF Core versions.
Overview
Connector/NET is a fully-managed ADO.NET driver for MySQL.
Use Cases
Best For
- Building .NET applications that require MySQL database access
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