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Mastering MongoDB 7.0 - Fourth Edition

By : Marko Aleksendrić, Arek Borucki, Leandro Domingues, Malak Abu Hammad, Elie Hannouch, Rajesh Nair, Rachelle Palmer
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Book Image

Mastering MongoDB 7.0 - Fourth Edition

5 (2)
By: Marko Aleksendrić, Arek Borucki, Leandro Domingues, Malak Abu Hammad, Elie Hannouch, Rajesh Nair, Rachelle Palmer

Overview of this book

Mastering MongoDB 7.0 explores the latest version of MongoDB, an exceptional NoSQL database solution that aligns with the needs of modern web applications. This book starts with an informative overview of MongoDB’s architecture and developer tools, guiding you through the process of connecting to databases seamlessly. This MongoDB book explores advanced queries in detail, including aggregation pipelines and multi-document ACID transactions. It delves into the capabilities of the MongoDB Atlas developer data platform and the latest features, such as Atlas Vector Search, and their role in AI applications, enabling developers to build applications with the scalability and performance that today’s organizations need. It also covers the creation of resilient search functionality using MongoDB Atlas Search. Mastering MongoDB 7.0’s deep coverage of advanced techniques encompasses everything from role-based access control (RBAC) to user management, auditing practices, and encryption across data, network, and storage layers. By the end of this book, you’ll have developed the skills necessary to create efficient, secure, and high-performing applications using MongoDB. You’ll have the confidence to undertake complex queries, integrate robust applications, and ensure data security to overcome modern data challenges.
Table of Contents (20 chapters)
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Chapter 4: Connecting to MongoDB

Technical requirements

To perform the exercises covered in this chapter, you will need the following:

  • A computer running macOS, Windows, or Linux
  • MongoDB Compass – the GUI MongoDB client
  • A MongoDB Atlas account

Connect to your Atlas account and enable the sample datasets that ship with Atlas. For instructions on connecting to your MongoDB database, please refer to Chapter 4, Connecting to MongoDB.

If you prefer the GUI tool, make sure to also download MongoDB Compass from the MongoDB website: https://www.mongodb.com/try/download/compass.

Now that you have your system set up, you are ready to begin exploring the MongoDB aggregation framework.