Node-RED MySQL Database Connector

This package provides a Node-RED node for connecting to and interacting with MySQL databases. It allows users to execute SQL `query` operations, including `INSERT`, `UPDATE`, `DELETE`, and `SELECT` statements, by passing the SQL query in `msg.topic` and parameters in `msg.payload`. The results are returned in `msg.payload`, typically as an array of rows or null if no results are found. The current stable version is 3.0.0. While a specific release cadence isn't published, the project maintains an active development presence on GitHub. A key differentiator is its seamless integration into the Node-RED visual programming environment, abstracting direct `mysql` library usage into a configurable, GUI-driven node. It supports parameterized queries, both positional and named, which helps mitigate basic SQL injection risks, but explicitly warns users to remain vigilant about security. The node also offers configuration options for database reconnection timeouts and character sets.