dotConnect for MySQL Pros and Cons

ADO.NET Compatibility: It follows ADO.NET architecture and is fully compatible with the ADO.NET Entity Framework.

High Performance: It is optimized for high performance and efficiency, providing fast and reliable access to MySQL databases.

Entity Framework Support: It supports Entity Framework, a popular object-relational mapping (ORM) framework for .NET applications.

LINQ Support: dotConnect for MySQL supports LINQ (Language Integrated Query), allowing developers to use LINQ queries to interact with MySQL databases.

Design-Time Support: It provides design-time support in Visual Studio, making it easier for developers to work with database design tools.

Secure Connections: The tool supports secure connections to MySQL databases, ensuring data integrity and security.

Advanced Data Binding: It offers advanced data binding capabilities, making it convenient to bind data from MySQL databases to user interfaces in applications.

Cross-Platform Compatibility: dotConnect for MySQL is designed to work with various .NET platforms, including ASP.NET, WinForms, WPF, and more. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Docs need to be more clear for initial use Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It offers optimized data access resulting in faster query execution and improve data retrievel from mysql database.

Smoothly integrates with popular object-relational mapping ORM like entityframework and NHibernate, simplifying database operations and enhancing productivity.Offers an user friendly interface making it simpler to work for users with mysql database. Ensures compatibility over various versions of MYSQL. Implements strong security measures, allowing user to implement encryption, authentication and other security protocols to protect database interaction. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

User find it high in price compared to other MYSQL database or open source alternatives.

It might take some time to get used to all its features.

In certain situations, it might need a lot of computer resources which could slow things down.

The free version might not have all the features which could be a downside compared to the paid version. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DotConnect for MySQL provides a well-designed interface for managing MySQL databases in .NET applications. The ease of integration with Entity Framework has saved us a considerable amount of development time. However, occasional updates and improvements would enhance its overall appeal. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As a user of dotConnect for MySQL, I appreciate its well-designed interface and the time-saving integration with Entity Framework, making MySQL database management in .NET applications efficient. However, there’s room for improvement with occasional updates and enhancements that would further elevate the overall user experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I found to be a lifesaver with PostgresSQL integration. The driver's ability that allows any database to be plugged into mysql databases directly is what I found the most useful time and time again. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Apart from being costly, It has a steep learning curve. I was only an intern when I first used it so maybe its my lack of expertise but of all the other technologies, this was something that took a lot of getting used to. Also the documentation and support for some of my use case was scarce and very hard to find at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Easily integratable, Secure connections such as SSH and HTTP tunneling, best used for Light-applications implements session state, membership and profile and provides direct connections via TCP/IP to MySQL without any client libraries. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Better debugging freatures in Visual Studio Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1)It provide many features which helped to reduce the development time of my application.

2) It can be easily connected to mySQL database and we can perform operations on data.

3)It gives data scurity by encrypting data and protect against unauthorised access . Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1)It is little bit expensive. It is compex for new learners.

2)It is diificult fo troubleshoot problems as the documentation is limited.Some features not supported so functionality is limeted. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is a high performance ORM enabled data provider for MYSQL that build on ADO net technologies. It helps to boost the productivity by designing architecture. It gives the excess of data set tools.It helps to build ORM connections by using its tools and it is a kind of framework for multitasking.it does not required a MYSQL client library Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It required licencing to use the advance features. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

DotConnect is an amazing thing that licenses us use MySQL with ADO.Net Component Design.

MySQL is appealing a result of license costs and open functionallities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Upgades in execution and better interface is a thing which I dislike most. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. Supports a number of MySQL capabilities, including HTTP tunneling, SSH, and secure connections.

2. Enables us to take into account the world's most popular relational database in our Lightswitch apps.

3. Implements ASP 2.0 providers for roles, session states, membership, profiles, and other data (essential for Lightswitch applications)

4. Direct connections to MySQL over TCP/IP (no client libraries needed)

5. Simple to use, good for client reports

6. Accessing numerous SQL servers via client-side integration is simple Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

1. When contacting several SQL servers, it can be slow, which may be more because of the numerous FW difficulties involved.

2. Although we found it to be simple to use, several of our client-side Database teams desired a more powerful solution.

3. Improved error-fixing for the Visual Studio integration mode

4. Performance improvements Better documentation may be made. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One of the best things with dotconnect is the customization that is afforded with it. There is also a lot of abilities to integrate with other apps. There is also a lot of support that is available to help make sure you can implement effectively. A lot of flexibility! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

For those that aren't well versed in supporting MySQL databases, there is a learning curve associated. Luckily there is a lot of support available. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.