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Interfacing MySQL

Databases with
Python
Welcome to an exciting journey of learning how to connect MySQL
databases with Python. This guide is designed for CBSE grade 12
students, providing essential skills for data management and
analysis.
by Amit Shukla
Introduction to Databases and Python
What is a Role of Python Why Use MySQL?
Database?
Python is a versatile MySQL is a reliable,
A database is a programming language widely-used relational
structured collection of often used for data database management
data. It's essential for analysis and system. It's known for its
storing and retrieving manipulation. Its robustness and ease of
information efficiently. readability makes it ideal use.
for beginners.
Installing and Configuring MySQL Connector for Python
Step 1: Install MySQL 1
Download and install MySQL from its official website. Follow
the installation wizard.
2 Step 2: Install Connector
Use pip to install MySQL Connector: pip install mysql-
connector-python.
Step 3: Configure Connection 3
Ensure you have the credentials (username, password)
ready for the database connection.
Establishing a Connection
to MySQL Database
1 Import Connector 2 Connection Syntax
Use import Utilize
mysql.connector to mysql.connector.conne
import the module in your ct() with parameters for
code. your database.

3 Error Handling
Handle exceptions to ensure your connection does not fail silently.
Executing SQL Queries
using Python
Prepare the Cursor
Create a cursor object to execute SQL queries.

Execute Query
Use cursor.execute() to run your SQL commands.

Commit Changes
Use connection.commit() to save changes to the database.
Fetching and Manipulating Data
Method Description

fetchone() Fetches the next row of a query result.

fetchall() Fetches all (remaining) rows of a query result.

fetchmany(size) Fetches the next set of `size` rows of a query result.


Inserting, Updating, and Deleting Data
1 Inserting Data 2 Updating Records 3 Deleting Records
Use INSERT INTO to add new Utilize UPDATE to modify Apply DELETE FROM to remove
records to your table. existing data in your records from your database.
database.
Best Practices for Database Security and
Optimization
Input Validation Use Parameters Optimize Queries

Always validate user inputs to Use parameterized queries to Regularly analyze and optimize
prevent SQL injection attacks. enhance security when executing your SQL queries for better
SQL. performance.
Conclusion and Next
Steps
Congratulations! You've explored interfacing MySQL with Python.
Now, practice your skills through hands-on projects and challenges
to solidify your learning.

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