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Dec 23, 2025
Daily user events have accelerated dashboard insights but still need stronger analytics queries
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  • "I have saved a significant amount of time because it's faster to create features with machine learning since it's very fast, and so we get the result in a few seconds."
  • "MySQL on Ubuntu can be improved because it has limited analytics query capabilities rather than other competitors."

What is our primary use case?

My main use case for MySQL on Ubuntu is user events tracking and for a daily dashboard and feature based on machine learning.

A quick, specific example of how I use MySQL on Ubuntu for user event tracking or my daily dashboard is that I am making a daily dashboard in which I count the number of clicks, logins, or sales of the users.

What is most valuable?

The best features MySQL on Ubuntu offers are very good performance on easy queries, and it's very easy and fast to install and manage.

When I talk about performance on easy queries, I find it very fast with easy queries; I just type the query and in a few seconds, I get the result of the query. That's why I said that it's fast. It's also fast to install because it's very easy and user-friendly.

MySQL on Ubuntu has positively impacted my organization by saving time.

I have saved a significant amount of time because it's faster to create features with machine learning since it's very fast, and so we get the result in a few seconds.

What needs improvement?

MySQL on Ubuntu can be improved because it has limited analytics query capabilities rather than other competitors.

For how long have I used the solution?

I have been using MySQL on Ubuntu for a few months.

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What other advice do I have?

I run queries directly without using any tools or scripts to help automate the process.

On a scale of one to ten, I would rate MySQL on Ubuntu a six.

I gave it a six because it's a very good product, but it's not an analytics database, really.

The advice I would give to others looking into using MySQL on Ubuntu is to just try it because it's very easy to try, and you're going to understand how to use it properly by yourself.

Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

On-premises
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Apr 17, 2025
Relational schemas improve application performance but complexity challenges remain
Pros and Cons
  • "I appreciate MySQL on Ubuntu for its relational tables which are faster to read, contributing to the performance in simple applications."

    What is our primary use case?

    I use MySQL on Ubuntu for automation and intersystems in my organization.

    What is most valuable?

    I appreciate MySQL on Ubuntu for its relational tables which are faster to read, contributing to the performance in simple applications. The platform provides structured schemas, which are valuable for my use cases.

    What needs improvement?

    More robust databases would enhance MySQL on Ubuntu. While fast, MySQL on Ubuntu may not handle complex applications as efficiently as alternatives, necessitating more robust database capabilities.

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using MySQL on Ubuntu for about two years.

    How are customer service and support?

    I have not used the technical support for MySQL on Ubuntu.

    How would you rate customer service and support?

    Neutral

    Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

    I am currently using MySQL on Ubuntu, Postgres, MongoDB, and Redis.

    How was the initial setup?

    Setting up MySQL on Ubuntu is complex.

    What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

    MySQL on Ubuntu is not expensive.

    Which other solutions did I evaluate?

    I evaluated Postgres as an alternative solution.

    What other advice do I have?

    MySQL on Ubuntu receives an overall rating of seven out of ten.

    Which deployment model are you using for this solution?

    On-premises
    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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