
mysql-patterns
MySQL database patterns for query optimization, schema design, indexing, and security. Quick reference for common patterns.
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npx skills add https://github.com/joneqian/claude-skills-suite --skill mysql-patterns- 01
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Ask your agent for something this skill covers. It loads mysql-patterns automatically when relevant.
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SKILL.md
The instructions your agent reads when the skill is triggered.
MySQL Patterns
Quick reference for MySQL best practices. For detailed guidance, use the mysql-database-reviewer agent.
When to Activate
- Writing SQL queries or migrations
- Designing database schemas
- Troubleshooting slow queries
- Setting up connection pooling
- Implementing multi-tenant isolation
Quick Reference
Index Cheat Sheet
| Query Pattern | Index Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
WHERE col = value | B-tree (default) | CREATE INDEX idx ON t (col) |
WHERE col > value | B-tree | CREATE INDEX idx ON t (col) |
WHERE a = x AND b > y | Composite | CREATE INDEX idx ON t (a, b) |
MATCH(...) AGAINST(...) | FULLTEXT | CREATE FULLTEXT INDEX ft ON t (col) |
| Long string prefix | Prefix | CREATE INDEX idx ON t (col(50)) |
| Geographic data | SPATIAL | CREATE SPATIAL INDEX idx ON t (col) |
Data Type Quick Reference
| Use Case | Correct Type | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| IDs | bigint unsigned | int, random UUID as PK |
| Business code | varchar(64) | char, text |
| Strings | varchar(n) | text for short strings |
| Timestamps | datetime | timestamp (2038 problem) |
| Money | decimal(10,2) | float, double |
| Flags | tinyint | varchar, boolean literal |
| Status | tinyint | enum (hard to modify) |
| JSON data | json | text for structured data |
Common Patterns
Composite Index Order:
-- Equality columns first, then range columns
CREATE INDEX idx_status_created ON t_order (status, created_at);
-- Works for: WHERE status = 'pending' AND created_at > '2024-01-01'
-- Does NOT work for: WHERE created_at > '2024-01-01' alone
Prefix Index (Long Strings):
CREATE INDEX idx_url ON t_page (url(100));
-- Index only first 100 characters
Generated Column + Index (JSON):
ALTER TABLE t_product
ADD COLUMN brand varchar(100) GENERATED ALWAYS AS (attributes->>'$.brand') STORED;
CREATE INDEX idx_brand ON t_product (brand);
UPSERT (ON DUPLICATE KEY):
INSERT INTO t_setting (user_code, `key`, `value`)
VALUES ('u123', 'theme', 'dark')
ON DUPLICATE KEY UPDATE
`value` = VALUES(`value`),
updated_at = NOW();
Cursor Pagination:
SELECT * FROM t_product WHERE id > ? ORDER BY id LIMIT 20;
-- O(1) vs OFFSET which is O(n)
Queue Processing (MySQL 8.0+):
START TRANSACTION;
SELECT * FROM t_job
WHERE status = 'pending'
ORDER BY created_at LIMIT 1
FOR UPDATE SKIP LOCKED;
-- Process job...
UPDATE t_job SET status = 'processing' WHERE id = ?;
COMMIT;
Batch Insert:
INSERT INTO t_event (user_code, action) VALUES
('u1', 'click'),
('u2', 'view'),
('u3', 'click');
-- 1 round trip instead of 3
Anti-Pattern Detection
-- Find tables without primary key
SELECT t.table_name
FROM information_schema.tables t
LEFT JOIN information_schema.key_column_usage k
ON t.table_schema = k.table_schema
AND t.table_name = k.table_name
AND k.constraint_name = 'PRIMARY'
WHERE t.table_schema = DATABASE()
AND k.constraint_name IS NULL
AND t.table_type = 'BASE TABLE';
-- Find slow queries (performance_schema)
SELECT DIGEST_TEXT, COUNT_STAR,
ROUND(AVG_TIMER_WAIT/1000000000, 2) as avg_ms
FROM performance_schema.events_statements_summary_by_digest
WHERE AVG_TIMER_WAIT > 100000000 -- > 100ms
ORDER BY AVG_TIMER_WAIT DESC LIMIT 10;
-- Find unused indexes (sys schema)
SELECT * FROM sys.schema_unused_indexes
WHERE object_schema = DATABASE();
-- Find redundant indexes
SELECT * FROM sys.schema_redundant_indexes
WHERE table_schema = DATABASE();
-- Check table fragmentation
SELECT table_name, data_free,
ROUND(data_free/(data_length+index_length+data_free)*100, 2) as frag_pct
FROM information_schema.tables
WHERE table_schema = DATABASE() AND data_free > 1000000
ORDER BY data_free DESC;
Configuration Template
-- Connection limits
SET GLOBAL max_connections = 200;
SET GLOBAL max_user_connections = 50;
-- Timeouts
SET GLOBAL wait_timeout = 300;
SET GLOBAL interactive_timeout = 600;
SET GLOBAL max_execution_time = 30000; -- 30s query timeout (MySQL 5.7.8+)
-- Slow query log
SET GLOBAL slow_query_log = 'ON';
SET GLOBAL long_query_time = 1;
SET GLOBAL log_queries_not_using_indexes = 'ON';
-- InnoDB settings (my.cnf recommended)
-- innodb_buffer_pool_size = 70% of RAM
-- innodb_log_file_size = 256M
-- innodb_flush_log_at_trx_commit = 1
Table Template
CREATE TABLE `t_example` (
`id` bigint unsigned NOT NULL AUTO_INCREMENT COMMENT 'PK',
`example_code` varchar(64) NOT NULL COMMENT 'Business code (UUID)',
-- Business fields here
`status` tinyint NOT NULL DEFAULT 1 COMMENT '0-inactive, 1-active',
-- Audit fields (5 fields)
`created_at` datetime NOT NULL DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP COMMENT 'Creation time',
`updated_at` datetime NOT NULL DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP ON UPDATE CURRENT_TIMESTAMP COMMENT 'Update time',
`created_by` varchar(64) NOT NULL DEFAULT '' COMMENT 'Creator (user_code)',
`updated_by` varchar(64) NOT NULL DEFAULT '' COMMENT 'Modifier (user_code)',
`deleted_at` datetime DEFAULT NULL COMMENT 'Soft delete marker',
PRIMARY KEY (`id`),
UNIQUE KEY `uk_example_code` (`example_code`),
KEY `idx_status` (`status`),
KEY `idx_created_at` (`created_at`)
) ENGINE=InnoDB DEFAULT CHARSET=utf8mb4 COLLATE=utf8mb4_unicode_ci;
EXPLAIN Analysis
EXPLAIN ANALYZE SELECT * FROM t_order WHERE user_code = 'u123';
| Indicator | Problem | Solution |
|---|---|---|
type: ALL | Full table scan | Add index |
type: index | Full index scan | Check WHERE |
Using filesort | Sorting not indexed | Add ORDER BY index |
Using temporary | Temp table | Optimize GROUP BY |
High rows | Poor selectivity | Review conditions |
Related
- Agent:
mysql-database-reviewer- Full database review workflow
Quick reference for MySQL 5.7+ / 8.0+
FAQ
What does the mysql-patterns skill do?
MySQL database patterns for query optimization, schema design, indexing, and security. Quick reference for common patterns.
How do I install mysql-patterns?
Run npx skills add https://github.com/joneqian/claude-skills-suite --skill mysql-patterns in your project. The skills CLI detects the agents you use and copies the skill into the right folder. For Claude Code you can also place the skill folder at ~/.claude/skills/mysql-patterns/ (personal) or .claude/skills/mysql-patterns/ (project).
Which AI agents can use mysql-patterns?
Any agent that supports the open Agent Skills format (a folder with a SKILL.md file), including Claude Code, Codex, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Gemini CLI, Windsurf, Cline, OpenCode and more.
Is mysql-patterns safe to install?
No partner security audit is available yet. Skills can run commands and scripts, so read the SKILL.md and any bundled files before installing.
Who maintains mysql-patterns?
It is published by joneqian in joneqian/claude-skills-suite. It has 62 recorded installs.
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