excell 1711

Version 1711 looks like it might have some new db features. Can anyone tell me if it is possible for this version (or any other) has the capacity to link to a mysql database which updates x hours/day? A coder from another forum is telling me that I need an API between Excel and the mysql db.

I don't believe that coder is correct, but will be interested to hear other opinions.

EDIT I've changed this content and reposted in the commercial forum.