Calulate the size of a MySQL script using pythonl [programmingpractices.blogspot.com]
To uninstall MySQL on OSX you must shut down the server using “mysqladmin shutdown” and then erase its directory and the packages in the /Library/Receipts directory (these will prevent reinstallation if you do not remove them)
cd /usr/local
sudo rm mysql
sudo rm -rf mysql-full-directory-name
cd /Library/Receipts
sudo rm -rf mysql*
sudo rm -rf MySQL*
This will eradicate mysql
Slideshow on how to optimize MySQL for scalable applications. Everything from application design to hardware tuning.
Brian is a key engineer with MySQL and he recently did a slide presenation on replication and clustering.
The MySQL Reference Manual available online via mysql.com (also downloadable) is probably the best place to start when looking for answers to your MySQL questions. In addition to walkthroughs and tutorials, it contains all of the details, tips, and suggestions you will probably look for to run your database server(s).
A little known fact is that, if you want to work with Monty (Michael) Widenius , a founder of MySQL, face to face, it helps to enjoy Vodka mixed with liquified Salmiaki (see http://www.geocities.com/pelastusvene/pages/food.html) as well as know what you're talking about when it comes to databases.
Many really good tips for users of MySQL
"The MySQL cheat sheet is designed to act as a reminder and reference sheet, listing useful information about MySQL. " - ILoveJackDaniels Blog The cheat sheet includes PHP functions for calling MySQL as well.