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  1. MariaDB Server
  2. MDEV-22532

Rename Database

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      I cannot find this documented anywhere, possibly because it is not supported/possible.

      How do I rename a database in MariaDB?

      From my research, it appears that "RENAME DATABASE" was possible in MySQL for a few versions, but considered unsafe, so it was removed.
      I see other "hacky" ways of doing it, which involves moving tables, re-create triggers/views, rename files, etc...

      What is THE way to do it with MariaDB, or is there a well-tested tool that does it?

      Note - I understand that "mysqldump" can do the job, but it is not practicable for large databases.

      This might be related (but not duplicate) to MDEV-18329 and MDEV-18762.

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          Task - A task that needs to be done. MDEV-34336 RENAME TABLE to another schema does not work if table has triggers

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          Web Link mysql-5.1.22 the demise of RENAME DATABASE

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