What is MySQL Connector/C?

MySQL Connector/C is a C client library for client/server communication. It is a standalone replacement for the MySQL Client Library shipped with the MySQL Server.

Why have a replacement for MySQL Client Library?

There is no need to compile or install the MySQL Server package if you only need the client library.

MySQL Connector/C does not rely on the MySQL Server release cycle, so bug fixes and new features are released more often.

MySQL Connector/C API documentation is available here Section 22.9.3, “C API Function Descriptions”.

Supported platforms include: