MySQL replication is the backbone of the web economy. Its usage has allowed tiny startup companies to become internet giants without huge investments in hardware and licenses. This tutorial will introduce MySQL replication from the ground up. It will cover the basics of how replication works before explaining how to set replication and extend your cluster of servers. Attendees will learn: How to instantiate simple master/slave system; How to start, stop, inspect, and monitor replication nodes; How to add a new slave; Common mistakes to avoid; How to use replication to help taking a backup; How to set replication filters; Useful tools for replication