Understanding SQL data import and export

In this section, we will walk through how to import and export data with the SQL data import and export processes in MySQL Workbench.

Importing via data import in MySQL Workbench

Let's walk through how to import data via the Management or Administration tab in the left navigation area. This is what we did in Chapter 2, Installing and Using MySQL Workbench, in the Learning how to restore a database section. Importing using data import is the same process as restoring a database in MySQL Workbench. Follow these steps:

1. Open MySQL Workbench.
2. Connect to your local or dev/test instance where you created your database in the last chapter.

3. Click Administration or Management (depending...