Monty Widenius

Monty Widenius is a Finnish software engineer best known for creating the MySQL database, a widely used system for storing and managing data in websites and applications. His work has significantly contributed to the development of open-source software, which is freely available and customizable. Widenius's contributions have helped shape how modern databases function, enabling developers worldwide to build scalable and reliable digital services. He continues to be active in technology and open-source communities, advocating for innovation and software freedom.