JDBC Driver

A JDBC driver is a software component that enables a Java application to connect and communicate with a specific database. Think of it as a translator that converts the application's requests into a language the database understands, and then translates the database's responses back into Java. Different databases (like MySQL, Oracle, or SQL Server) require their own drivers. Without the JDBC driver, the Java program can't directly interact with the database, making data retrieval and updates impossible. Essentially, the driver acts as a bridge ensuring smooth, standardized communication between your Java code and the database system.