When a new row in database is added, an external command line program must be invoked

Question

Is it possible for MySQL database to invoke an external exe file when a new row is added to one of the tables in the database?

I need to monitor the changes in the

Answer 1

I think it's going to require adding a User-Defined Function, which I believe requires recompilation:

MySQL FAQ - Triggers: Can triggers call an external application through a UDF?