We’re thrilled to announce the general availability of Azure Database for MySQL Trigger bindings for Azure Functions!
This feature, previously in Public Preview, enables you to track changes and develop event-driven applications at scale on any MySQL table. This release completes the unified suite of Azure Database for MySQL bindings for Azure Functions, which now includes native support for Input, Output, and Trigger capabilities.
Overview
Trigger bindings enable you to automatically invoke Azure Functions when a row in a MySQL table is created or updated. This simplifies development by eliminating custom polling logic and the need to write and maintain boilerplate code.
How to get started?
Azure Database for MySQL trigger uses change tracking functionality to monitor a MySQL table for changes. You can set up change tracking by adding one column to the table. For example, enable it on the Products table using the following query:
ALTER TABLE Products;
ADD az_func_updated_at
TIMESTAMP DEFAULT CURRENT_TIMESTAMP
ON UPDATE CURRENT_TIMESTAMP;
The trigger bindings use az_func_updated_at and column data to monitor the user table for changes. Changes are then processed in the order that they were made, with the oldest changes being processed first.
For detailed, step-by-step guidance on using Azure Database for MySQL triggers with Azure Functions across all supported programming languages, visit our official documentation at https://aka.ms/mysqltriggers
Designed for scalable event-driven applications
With trigger bindings now Generally Available, you can unlock faster development cycles and smarter automation by reacting to MySQL data changes in real time without the complexity of custom polling or manual change tracking. This capability makes it easier than ever to build responsive, serverless solutions that scale effortlessly with your business needs. We look forward to seeing what you will build with them!
If you have any feedback or questions about the information provided above, please leave a comment below or email us at AskAzureDBforMySQL@service.microsoft.com. Thank you!
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