MySQL 9 in 2025: What's New and Why It Still Rules

MySQL has been the backbone of web development for over two decades — and with MySQL 9, it continues to dominate in 2025.

Top Features of MySQL 9

Adaptive Query Optimization: Queries now auto-tune for performance, automatically adjusting execution plans based on data distribution

Vector Search Support: Native integration for AI and machine learning workloads with built-in vector indexing

Improved JSON Indexing: Better performance for semi-structured data with enhanced JSON query capabilities

Enhanced Security Layers: Built-in encryption at rest, row-level security, and advanced access control policies

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1SELECT name, salary 
2FROM employees 
3WHERE MATCH(resume) AGAINST ('AI engineer');

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Related topics: MySQL optimization, database performance, SQL tuning.