python-mysqlHow do I lock a table in MySQL using Python?

To lock a table in MySQL using Python, you can use the cursor.execute() method. This method takes an SQL statement as an argument and executes it. To lock a table, the SQL statement must include the LOCK TABLES command.

For example:

cursor.execute("LOCK TABLES my_table WRITE;")

This will lock the table my_table for writing. To unlock the table, use the UNLOCK TABLES command:

cursor.execute("UNLOCK TABLES;")

Code explanation

• cursor.execute(): This method takes an SQL statement as an argument and executes it.
• LOCK TABLES: This command is used to lock a table.
• UNLOCK TABLES: This command is used to unlock a table.

Helpful links

• MySQL Documentation - LOCK TABLES
• MySQL Documentation - UNLOCK TABLES

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