MariaDB: 5. Retrieve credentials

This documentation is part of the Automate with the CLI guide. View the full guide here: Start MariaDB, retrieve its credentials, and change its configuration programmatically with the Stackhero CLI.

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Stackhero provides a ready-to-use MariaDB cloud service designed for production workloads. You get:

  • Unlimited connections and data transfers.
  • Built-in phpMyAdmin web interface for database management.
  • One-click updates for easy maintenance.
  • High performance and strong security on private, dedicated infrastructure.

Launch a fully managed MariaDB instance in minutes. Stackhero handles setup, updates, and security so you can focus on your application. Learn more about MariaDB cloud hosting.

The service-configuration-get command returns the complete configuration for your service, including auto-generated passwords and connection details. The output is in JSON format, making it easy to use in scripts and automation.

stackhero service-configuration-get --service=svc-xxxxxx --format=json

Continue reading this guide

  1. Read the full guide: Automate with the CLI
    Start MariaDB, retrieve its credentials, and change its configuration programmatically with the Stackhero CLI
  2. 1. Authenticate
  3. 2. Find the MariaDB service store
  4. 3. Pick an instance size and a region
  5. 4. Create the service
  6. 6. Change the configuration

Other articles for MariaDB

  1. Getting started
    How to get started with MariaDB
  2. Advanced usage
    How to configure, optimize, export, or import MariaDB data
  3. Configure GUIs
    How to connect graphical interfaces to MariaDB
  4. Troubleshooting
    Common MariaDB issues and their solutions
  5. GitHub Actions & GitLab CI
    Spin up a real MariaDB service from your GitHub Actions or GitLab CI pipeline, run your tests against it, and tear it down automatically