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A utility for connecting securely to your Cloud SQL instances
Cloud SQL Proxy is a secure connectivity utility that enables applications to connect to Google Cloud SQL instances without requiring manual configuration of SSL certificates or network access rules. It works by establishing an encrypted connection between the client and the Cloud SQL instance using TLS and authenticating requests through Google Cloud IAM, ensuring that only authorized users or services can access the database. The proxy runs locally or alongside applications, exposing a...