# Planetscale

> PlanetScale

- Skill: `neuralblitz/planetscale` (Agent Skill)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add neuralblitz/planetscale`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/neuralblitz/planetscale/raw
- Safety review: pending (external: skill-scanner PASS, skillspector PASS)
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: AI & ML
- Author: NeuralBlitz (https://skillmd.com/u/neuralblitz)
- Updated: 2026-09-22
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/neuralblitz/planetscale

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# PlanetScale

PlanetScale is a MySQL-compatible, serverless database platform designed for horizontal scaling. It offers branchable schemas and instant scaling without downtime.

## Key Concepts

- Vitess clustering
- Branchable schemas
- Online DDL
- Hyper scaling
- Insight dashboard

## Common Use Cases

- Scalable MySQL workloads
- Branch-based workflows
- High-traffic applications
- DevOps database workflows
- Serverless architectures

## Best Practices

- Design for horizontal scaling
- Use schema branches for changes
- Configure connection pooling
- Monitor query performance
- Use proper indexing

## Resources

- Docs: planetscale.com/docs
- Related Skills: mysql, scaling, serverless

## Getting Started

Create a PlanetScale account, set up your first database, and connect from your application using the MySQL-compatible connection string.