mysql

The premium Open Source alternative to PlanetScale

🎯 Best for:Go developers building scalable backend services with MySQL connectivity.

What is mysql?

Replaces proprietary database drivers with a native Go implementation of the MySQL protocol. Provides a lightweight, zero-dependency interface for the standard database/sql package.

Tech Stack
GoDatabase & Storage

Why mysql?

  • High performance
  • Native Go implementation
  • Standard library compatibility

Limitations

  • Low-level API
  • No built-in connection pooling
  • Manual row scanning
3/5/2026
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MPL-2.0
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