Does anyone know of a quick and clear guide to set up my MySQL Replication in MySQL 5.0? [more inside]
posted by kaozity on Mar 6, 2008 - 2 answers

How many database reads/writes are okay per web page view? Also, what is better, big tables or lots of join tables? [more inside]
posted by markovich on Nov 16, 2007 - 13 answers

I'm looking to build a site that allows its users to submit and/or search pricing and availability information for "widgets" at local brick and mortar retail stores. The model I have in mind would be similar to the user-supported gas price sites that popped up about a year ago, in which people entered what they paid for what type of gas, and other users then could type in a zip code and see the best prices near them. So, being a non-programmer (but willing to learn through trial and error), what language/framework/open-source code do I use to build this? [more inside]
posted by pjhagop on Oct 11, 2006 - 4 answers

Need a tinker-free Linux/MySql install for Ruby On Rails. Also, seeking advice for getting started in RoR. [more inside]
posted by Afroblanco on Jun 27, 2006 - 19 answers

I'm looking for access to product lists of CDs, books, movies and any other entertainment type stuff for a web application I'm working on. I'm already aware of Amazon Web Services and the Library of Congress Z39.50 Gateway. Anyone know of any other places to get data on, say, movies in theater or TV shows or less mainstream CDs, etc?
posted by frenetic on Oct 2, 2005 - 2 answers

Do relational databases always require a static structure? [+] [more inside]
posted by lilboo on Jan 20, 2005 - 25 answers