SQLyog

Working with MySQL databases is not something at hand for just any user since it requires some experience and pretty solid knowledge in that particular subject area. Developers and administrators usually have greater expertise in this respect and especially for them tools like SQLyog were created.

Fully equipped for performing a variety of tasks that are mainly related to database management, this software solution links up the best features found in similar applications. The look and feel are not left aside and SQLyog is well organized, with all the commands and functions easily accessible from its GUI.

Creating connections and adding various elements into an existing database are just some basic operations that can be carried out with just a couple of clicks. Adding tables, functions, triggers or events are possible as well.

SQLyog will make it possible for developers to add new query editors, schema designers and query builders, while offering advanced data search abilities. Also worth mentioning are the powerful data importing and exporting capabilities of this utility.

Inside a 'Powertools' menu are grouped several wizards, for database synchronization, visual schema comparison, SQL scheduler and reporting, alongside many other useful functions. With SQLyog users can schedule backup operations and other jobs, sync schema data or rebuild tags.

Registered users for the loaded databases can be managed with ease and there is a table diagnostic feature that is included in the 'Tools' area. Insofar as the database tables are concerned, a neat particularity of this program is the fact that it can copy one or more tables to a different database or host.

To sum things up, it's safe to say that SQLyog is indeed a good choice for any developer involved in MySQL database production and administration. It carries a solid feature pack and offers an easy to use interface, functional and visually appealing in the same time.