A Test Drive of the MySQL Migration Suite
Got data in a proprietary database such as Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle 9i? The MySQL Migration Suite can help you move it to the MySQL open source database. Find out what's involved in the migration and how well the suite facilitates the transition.
Database Migration from FileMaker to MySQL
David Simpson describes the procedures involved with migrating a FileMaker 6 database running on Windows to a MySQL database running on any platform. Additional info is included regarding changes to this procedure which are required to convert FileMaker 7 to MySQL.
Migrating from FileMaker to MySQL with FmPro Migrator
This article covers the procedures involved with migrating a FileMaker Pro database to a MySQL database running on any platform using the FmPro Migrator utility on MacOS X.
Migrating from Microsoft Access to MySQL
The following article explores reasons to consider using MySQL instead of Access for data management, and provides guidelines for transferring information out of Access and into MySQL when you're ready to make the switch.
Migrating from Microsoft SQL Server and Access to MySQL
Developers often ask for tools that can be used to convert an Access database to MySQL (or convert an MSSQL database to MySQL), without realizing that there is more to migrating an application to MySQL than simply converting data. This article covers the basics of migrating an application from an Access or SQL Server database to MySQL. You can also discuss migration issues on the beta MySQL Forums.
Migrating to MySQL - Eliminating Risks and Hidden Costs Using Specialized Migration Software
For successful migration of enterprise databases running on Oracle, SQL Server, Informix and Sybase to MySQL, you have to choose tools that automate the entire migration process and avoid the risks and hidden costs associated with partial conversion. Dmitry Tolpeko of Ispirer Systems Ltd. explains the issues in migrating to MySQL, and takes a look at some tools to help the process.
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