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Sep 23, 2019 · Databases

Analysis of MySQL FTWRL (Flush Table With Read Lock) Blocking Behavior

This article examines how MySQL's FLUSH TABLE WITH READ LOCK command can cause blocking, detailing two cases where global read locks or table cache flushes stall other operations, explaining the underlying MDL lock mechanisms, table cache handling, and providing code examples and debugging insights.