Running A MySQL Database Along Side RadioDJ Needn't Be Scary!

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So you think its going to be scary installing a MySQL database alongside RadioDJ (Hint: It isn't difficult)

What are you scared of? Running a MySQL database server need not be scary and it needn't be a hassle.

MySQL

With MariaDB its easy to Install It should also install a tool called HeidiSQL which is where you do your basic maintenance on your MySQL server.

The last time I rebuilt my RadioDJ song database from scratch was June 2014.

I take daily backups of the database so I don't lose all my hard work or changes to my song database!

How To Install MariaDB

TIP: If you've previously tried to install MySQL server you will need to follow This Post about removing the service first.

If you followed the simple tutorial you should have MariaDB setup and running within 5/10 minutes.

Right click on the taskbar and select task manager & look for the service mysqld.exe or MariaDB in task manager.

Once you have MariaDB working I'm going to suggest you use RadioDJ radio automation software to spin your tunes with.

radio dj free radio automation music software

Reasons to Use RadioDJ:

  1. Once installed it's stable and works for days/weeks without needing to keep an eye on it
  2. Great Music library support add as many categories & subcategories you require
  3. RadioDJ doesn't require online activations or registration keys
  4. RadioDJ sounds Professional with the BASS sound engine
  5. RadioDJ is 100% FREE and has ZERO restrictions on what YOU use it for
  6. The Database is really stable. Plus RadioDJ comes with a Database Backup Tool
  7. Easy to manage Playlists, Rotations & Events for all your automation needs
  8. Great Technical Support should something go wrong with your installation via the Forums
  9. Customisable Interface with the Color Editor

How To Install RadioDJ

RadioDJ is Reliable, Stable & Amazing. I NEVER seem to have any issues while using it.

Running the database server under RadioDJ is as painless as it gets

The hardest part is installing it for the first time

That quote is from the user who hasn't had to reboot his copy of RadioDJ v1.8.2 running alongside MariaDB for over 4 years

Its like everything to do with computers its bound to be scary at first but once you learn the basics you'll find it isn't all that difficult.

I only ever need to do a bit of light housekeeping & backing up from time to time.

I've had to repair the database a couple of times after a sudden improper shut of the PC & that was easily fixed using HeidiSQL

Still think running a MySQL database alongside an automation system is going to be stressful?

Then there's no hope for you my friend!

If you run RadioDJ & MariaDB together you should have a stress free software experience, I certainly do!