Databases form the core of modern applications, powering everything from websites and mobile apps to complex enterprise systems. MariaDB 11 Essentials provides a concise guide to MariaDB, one of the most highly regarded database management systems in use today, covering fundamental concepts, advanced techniques, and best practices. The book begins by installing and configuring MariaDB on Windows and Linux before outlining the fundamentals of relational database management systems. The essentials of relational database management are covered, including table design, SQL queries, joins, and transaction handling. Beyond the fundamentals, this book covers advanced MariaDB features, such as indexing for performance optimization, automation with triggers and events, and creating and restoring database backups. In addition to covering the command-line tools provided by MariaDB, several chapters introduce the phpMyAdmin and MySQL Workbench tools, which offer user-friendly graphical interfaces for database management. This book explains each topic in detail and includes practical examples that provide hands-on experience. e chapters also contain quick-reference summaries highlighting key points for easy review. By the end of this book, you will have the confidence to design, build, and manage MariaDB databases.