Re: Latest MySQL workbench update.

[Shah n]

The error message you're encountering, "urlopen error unknown url type: https," suggests that MySQL Workbench is unable to handle HTTPS requests due to an issue with the underlying URL handling mechanism. This can be due to several factors, such as missing libraries, incorrect configuration, or an outdated version of MySQL Workbench.

Here are some steps you can take to resolve the issue:

1. Update MySQL Workbench:
Upgrade MySQL Workbench: Since you're using version 8.0.16, it's quite outdated. Newer versions often come with bug fixes and improvements, including better handling of HTTPS connections.
Download the latest version of MySQL Workbench from the official MySQL website.
Install the update and check if the issue persists.
2. Check SSL/TLS Libraries:
Ensure that OpenSSL is installed: MySQL Workbench relies on SSL/TLS libraries for secure connections. Make sure that OpenSSL is correctly installed and up-to-date on your system.
Check the System Path: Ensure that the path to OpenSSL or other required libraries is correctly set in your system's environment variables.
3. Check Python Installation (if applicable):
Verify Python Configuration: If MySQL Workbench uses a bundled Python interpreter, ensure it’s correctly configured. Sometimes, the issue can stem from the Python environment not recognizing HTTPS URLs.
Check if the requests or urllib3 libraries are properly installed and configured in the Python environment used by Workbench.
4. Use a Direct Download as a Workaround:
Manually Check for Updates: If the issue persists, consider manually checking for updates from the MySQL website instead of using the Workbench’s built-in updater.
5. Check Known Bugs and Reports:
Monitor the Bug Report: Since you mentioned Bug #111096, it's a good idea to keep an eye on the MySQL Workbench bug tracker for updates or workarounds provided by the developers. They may release a patch or a workaround in future updates.
6. Reinstall MySQL Workbench:
Complete Reinstallation: As a last resort, uninstall MySQL Workbench completely, ensuring to remove any leftover configuration files, and then perform a clean installation of the latest version.
7. Use Compatibility Mode (if applicable):
Windows Compatibility Settings: Try running MySQL Workbench in compatibility mode for Windows 10 or an earlier version to see if it resolves the issue.
8. Check Windows Environment:
Windows Updates: Ensure that Windows 11 Pro is fully updated, as some compatibility issues may arise from missing system updates.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "urlopen error unknown url type: https" error or at least find a suitable workaround until the bug is officially addressed.