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MySQL Shell

mysql-shell · v9.7.0,15

3
7.0

Interactive JavaScript, Python or SQL interface

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brew install --cask mysql-shell
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Trust Score 3/10
✗ Open source (NOASSERTION) +0
✗ Active development +0
✓ Licensed +1
✗ No auto-updates +0
✓ Not deprecated +1
✓ Established (>1yr) +1
✗ Low installs +0

Version History

v9.7.0,15
9d ago9.6.0,15→9.7.0,15

Review

Mar 10, 2026

MySQL Shell is a versatile command-line tool for interacting with MySQL databases using JavaScript, Python, or SQL. It's particularly beneficial for developers who need a flexible and powerful scripting environment for database management.

Provides an interactive shell for MySQL using JavaScript, Python, or SQL.

Maturity: The project is actively maintained with recent updates and moderate GitHub engagement.

Community: There is limited recent discussion on Hacker News and no mentions on Reddit, indicating lower community engagement.

Pros

  • + Supports multiple scripting languages (JavaScript, Python, SQL)
  • + Command-line interface for efficient database interaction
  • + Useful for developers needing advanced scripting capabilities

Cons

  • - No auto-update feature
  • - Limited community discussion and engagement

GitHub

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217
Stars
78
Forks
1
Issues
NOASSERTION
License
C++Last commit: Jan 20, 2026

Community Mentions

hackernews
Jun 2022 MySQL Shell for VS Code – Your New GUI?
hackernews
May 2022 MySQL Shell for VSCode Preview
hackernews
Mar 2022 MySQL Shell for VS Code
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Mar 2015 Know your tools: using inputrc to save keystrokes in the MySQL shell
hackernews
Jul 2012 AltSQL - a better MySQL shell
Positive sentiment Negative sentiment Neutral / unknown

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