In this episode, we provide an overview of the leading MySQL high availability (HA) solutions that organizations rely on to ensure fault tolerance, continuous uptime, and data durability. We explore five prominent options — MySQL InnoDB Cluster, Percona XtraDB Cluster, MariaDB Galera Cluster, MySQL NDB Cluster, and a DIY stack combining MySQL with Orchestrator and ProxySQL. Each solution offers its own unique blend of features, complexity, and ideal use cases tailored to different organizational needs and technical capabilities.Summary of points covered here are as follows:- Introduction to MySQL High Availability- Overview of MySQL InnoDB Cluster: architecture, setup, and benefits- Percona XtraDB Cluster: open-source, enterprise-ready clustering- MariaDB Galera Cluster: true multi-master with Galera technology and the impact of Codership acquisition- MySQL NDB Cluster: telco-grade, ultra-low latency, mission-critical HA- DIY HA with MySQL + Orchestrator + ProxySQL: flexible but complex- Key considerations for choosing the right HA solution: operational complexity, team expertise, and business needs- Summary of strengths and trade-offs across solutions- Preview of upcoming episodes diving deeper into individual technologies and practical deployment tips#MySQL, #InnoDBCluster, #GroupReplication, #MySQLHighAvailability, #DatabaseClustering, #PXC, #MariaDBGALERA, #NDBCluster, #MySQLReplication, #OpenSourceDatabase, #DatabaseScaling, #MySQLPodcast, #DatabaseArchitecture, #ReplicationSolutionsThe MySQL Group Replication InnoDB Cluster Podcast SeriesEp. 1. Introduction to Group ReplicationEp. 2. Introduction to MySQL Innodb ClusterEp. 3. MySQL Group Replication Use CasesEp. 4. MySQL Group Replication requirementsEp. 5. Limitations of MySQL Group Replication InnoDB ClusterEp. 6. Comparing MySQL InnoDB Cluster with other solutionsEp. 7. Key Concepts in MySQL Group Replication InnoDB ClusterThis series is designed for DBAs, DevOps engineers, architects, and MySQL enthusiasts who want to understand MySQL high availability and clustering technologies.🔔 Subscribe for more MySQL tips and deep dives!📖 Blog: https://kedar.nitty-witty.com/blog/💬 Got questions? Drop them in the comments!