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May 1, 2024 Updated May 11, 2025 30 minute read

JDBC, which stands for Java Database Connectivity, is an application programming interface (API) for the Java programming language that defines how a client can access a database. It is a standard Java API that allows Java programs to connect to and interact with a wide range of relational databases, such as MySQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL. Essentially, JDBC acts as a bridge, enabling Java applications to send SQL (Structured Query Language) statements to a database and process the results that are returned. This technology is a core part of the Java Standard Edition platform from Oracle Corporation. If you've ever wondered how Java applications store and retrieve information from databases, JDBC is often the answer.

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MySQL and Java Developer's Guide

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A practical guide to JDBC, this book focuses on real-world scenarios and provides step-by-step instructions for common database operations.

EXist

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For those interested in the inner workings of JDBC, this book provides an in-depth look at the JDBC architecture and implementation.

Introducing the MySQL 8 Document Store

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A beginner-friendly introduction to JDBC, this book provides a clear and concise overview of the API and its uses.

MySQL Workbench: Data Modeling & Development

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Covers advanced JDBC topics, such as connection pooling, transaction management, and database security.

Java Persistence with Hibernate

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While this book focuses on Hibernate, it provides a good overview of JDBC and its relationship with object-relational mapping frameworks.

Enterprise JavaBeans 3.0

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Provides a concise introduction to JDBC, focusing on the essential concepts and techniques.

Kotlin in Action

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Aimed at beginners, this book provides a simplified introduction to JDBC and its uses.

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