MySQL AB Development TeamMichael "Monty" Widenius, CTO and Co-founder: Monty Widenius has written 95 percent of the server code in MySQL. His database software programming dates back to 1978, and his working with TCX DataKonsult AB to 1981. Since 1995, he has been the primar force behind MySQL, devoting his time to product development, answering emails, attending conferences and educating MySQL developers. The MySQL team is made up of 15 developers from all over the world. Their goal is to promote the use and development of MySQL worldwide and to make MySQL the best and most-used database in the world. David Axmark, Co-founder: David Axmark is one of the founders of MySQL and worked with the product well before it had a name. He has worked as a consultant and software developer for nearly 20 years. Interested in free software since the early '80s, David has been committed to developing a successful business model through open source software. Read More Read Less