PyMySQL

PyMySQL is a pure-Python SQL database programming interface for MySQL. It allows Python applications to connect to and interact with MySQL databases without requiring any external dependencies beyond Python itself. PyMySQL implements the DB-API 2.0 specification, which provides a standard way for Python programs to access databases.

Key features of PyMySQL include its pure Python implementation, making it easy to install and use across different platforms. It supports a wide range of MySQL versions. The library provides functions for establishing connections, executing SQL queries, fetching results, and managing transactions. It handles data type conversions between Python and MySQL, ensuring compatibility.

To use PyMySQL, you first need to install it, typically using pip: pip install pymysql. Then, you can import the library in your Python script and establish a connection to your MySQL server using credentials such as host, user, password, and database name. Once connected, you can create a cursor object to execute SQL commands and retrieve data. PyMySQL is a popular choice for developers who need a reliable and straightforward way to integrate Python applications with MySQL databases.