tail -f for database tables?

the "f" parameter in the UNIX tail command stands for "follow". Probably you have used it for logfile monitoring, a fantastic feature!

Now you can do the same in a MySQL table, using HeidiSQL: Just click Tools > Auto-refresh > Active (or press Ctrl+F5) to start monitoring a table's data:



This feature has been implemented moments ago. Select Help > Check for updates in HeidiSQL or go here to get the latest build.