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When learningMySQL and MariaDB, and especially when first using MySQL for your
work, it's valuable to know where to find help when you have problems with the software
and your databases. For problems that you may have with your databases, you can receive
assistance from the MySQL community at no charge through
several Oracle-hosted for-
as help others. You can learn much when helping others, as it forces you to refine what you
know about MySQL. You can find similar resources related to MariaDB on
MariaDB Ab's
When you have a problem with MySQL, you can search the forums for messages from oth-
ers who may have described the same problem that you are trying to resolve. It's a good
idea to search the forums and the documentation before starting a new topic in the forums.
If you can't find a solution after searching, post a question. Be sure to post your question in
the forum related to your particular topic.