In the first installment of MySQL series, I introduced databases and database management system. I also presented a brief overview of the popular DBMS software, MySQL. In continuation from the previous post, I’ll be telling you how to connect MySQL Database with PHP file.

When developers usually say database, they are referring to MySQL, a highly popular DBMS that can power projects of all sizes. MySQL’s ability to handle huge volumes of data without breaking a sweat is one of its biggest selling points.

In this article, I’ll discuss how to connect MySQL Database on different servers and I’ll also give you an overview of connecting Database using PDO.

Connect MySQL using Localhost Server

Connect MySQL using Cloudways Server

Connect MySQL using PDO

Connect MySQL using Remote MySQL