Setup JDBC with MySQL for IKS Content – Store Indian Heritage Data in Java

Setup JDBC with MySQL for IKS Content

JDBC (Java Database Connectivity) is a Java API used to connect applications with databases like MySQL. In the context of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), JDBC can help store and manage heritage data such as:

• Ayurvedic herbs and their medicinal uses
• Sanskrit terms with meanings
• Panchang (Hindu calendar) data

This allows the creation of digital archives and educational platforms that preserve and share traditional knowledge.

Steps to Set Up JDBC with MySQL

1. Install MySQL and create a new database.
2. Download MySQL JDBC Driver (Connector/J).
3. Add the JDBC driver JAR file to your Java project’s classpath.
4. Write Java code to connect to the database.

Example: Creating an IKS Database in MySQL

CREATE DATABASE iks_db;

USE iks_db;

CREATE TABLE ayurvedic_herbs (
    id INT PRIMARY KEY AUTO_INCREMENT,
    herb_name VARCHAR(100) NOT NULL,
    benefits TEXT
);

INSERT INTO ayurvedic_herbs (herb_name, benefits)
VALUES
('Tulsi', 'Boosts immunity, relieves stress'),
('Ashwagandha', 'Improves strength, reduces anxiety');

Example: Java JDBC Connection

import java.sql.Connection;
import java.sql.DriverManager;

public class IKSDatabaseConnect {
    public static void main(String[] args) {
        String url = "jdbc:mysql://localhost:3306/iks_db";
        String user = "root";
        String password = "your_password";

        try {
            // Load MySQL JDBC driver
            Class.forName("com.mysql.cj.jdbc.Driver");

            // Establish connection
            Connection con = DriverManager.getConnection(url, user, password);
            System.out.println("Connected to IKS Database successfully!");

            con.close();
        } catch (Exception e) {
            e.printStackTrace();
        }
    }
}

✅ Result: Once configured, your Java application can store, retrieve, and update IKS-related cultural data in MySQL.