License: GPL License
Supported platforms: Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux
MySQL Workbench is a desktop based database design tool that integrates SQL development, administration, database design, creation and maintenance into a single development environment. Workbench is one of the best MySQL GUI tools.
MySQL Workbench simplifies database design and maintenance, automates time-consuming and error-prone tasks, and improves communication among DBA and developer teams. It enables data architects to visualize requirements, communicate with stakeholders, and resolve design issues before a major investment of time and resources is made. It enables model-driven database design, which is the most efficient methodology for creating valid and well-performing databases, while providing the flexibility to respond to evolving business requirements. Model and Schema Validation utilities enforce best practice standards for data modeling, also enforce MySQL-specific physical design standards so no mistakes are made when building new ER diagrams or generating physical MySQL databases.