title: How do I alias a database in MySQL?
body: <p>I'm looking for a way to alias a database in MySQL.  The reason is to be able to rename a live, production database without bringing the system down.  I figure I can alias the database to the new name, change and deploy the code connecting to it at my leisure, and eventually remove the old alias.</p>
  
  <p>If there's a better way to accomplish this please let me know.</p>