1. Introduction to MongoDB

Overview

This chapter will introduce you to MongoDB fundamentals, first defining data and its types, then exploring how a database solves data storage challenges. You will learn about the different types of databases and how to select the right one for your task. Once you have a clear idea about these concepts, we will discuss MongoDB, its features, architecture, licensing, and deployment models. By the end of the chapter, you will have gained hands-on experience using MongoDB through Atlas—the cloud-based service used to manage MongoDB—and worked with its basic elements, such as databases, collections, and documents.

Introduction

A database is a platform to store data in a way that is secure, reliable, and easily ...

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