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This shows all databases on the server, and is handy when looking for a specific database in the system or if you’re acclimating yourself to a new system.

The following will show a list of all databases (by name) currently on the server.

MySQL

SHOW DATABASES;

Sample Output (will vary):

database

my_db
Customers
Resellers

SQL Server

SELECT name
FROM sys.databases;

Sample Output (will vary):

name

my_db
Customers
Resellers

SQL Notes:

  • Any work being done to modify the structure of a database or delete tables or the the database itself should only be done after making a recent backup
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