MySQL Integers: INT BIGINT and more
Oct 31, 2022Brian Morrison II

Summary
This post provides a detailed explanation of MySQL's integer data types (INT, BIGINT, MEDIUMINT, SMALLINT, TINYINT), their signed and unsigned ranges, and how they are stored using binary representation. It clarifies the use of the `ZEROFILL` attribute and offers guidance on selecting the appropriate integer type based on storage needs and whether negative numbers are required.