The MariaDB team has released a preview of version 13.0, which introduces enhancements in SQL functionality and backup reliability. Key features include new procedural language capabilities, support for REF CURSOR, and an optimizer hint for better control over execution plans. Notably, the InnoDB Log Archive feature allows for the preservation of WAL history during backups, improving recovery processes during long transactions. This release aims to address common pain points for developers, and feedback from users is welcomed as they refine the new version
MariaDB 13.0 Preview released
The MariaDB team has opened testing for version 13.0 with a focus on practical SQL improvements and better backup reliability. New procedural language features like REF CURSOR support give developers more control while a new optimizer hint helps when execution plans go off track. The standout addition is InnoDB Log Archive which saves WAL history instead of overwriting old redo logs to make recovery smoother during long backups.
