Integrating a Database with the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API

The video tutorial covers setting up a JDBC connection in Java using Eclipse. It explains downloading and configuring the MySQL connector, connecting to a MySQL database, and setting up the connection URL. The tutorial also discusses port and host configuration for MySQL, emphasizing the use of default settings and local host for development purposes.

What is the first step in setting up a JDBC connection in a Java project?

• Install a new database

• Write SQL queries

• Create a new Java class

• Download and configure the MySQL connector jar

How do you configure the MySQL connector jar in an Eclipse project?

• Copy the jar file to the src folder

• Drag and drop the jar file into the project

• Use the 'Import' option in the File menu

• Right-click the project, select properties, and add the jar in Java Build Path

What information is required to establish a JDBC connection to a MySQL database?

• Database name, table name, and column names

• Connection URL, username, and password

• IP address, port number, and database schema

• SQL query, database name, and user role

What is the default port number for MySQL when setting up a JDBC connection?

• 5432

• 3306

• 1521

• 8080

In a JDBC connection URL, what does 'localhost' refer to?

• The network domain

• The remote server

• The local machine

• The database name

Which of the following is an example of a database you might connect to in a MySQL server?

• User account database

• Employee records database

• Product inventory database

• Credit card database

What must you specify in the connection URL to connect to a specific database in MySQL?

• The database schema

• The database administrator

• The database name

• The database version