Introduction to MongoDB

MongoDB is a popular NoSQL database known for its scalability and flexibility. It stores data in a document format similar to JSON, making it ideal for various applications, including web and mobile development.


Installation Steps

Follow these steps to install and set up MongoDB on your system:


  1. Visit the MongoDB official website and download the community edition: MongoDB Download
  2. Choose the appropriate version for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux).
  3. Run the installer and follow the installation wizard's instructions.

Starting the MongoDB Server

After installing MongoDB, you need to start the MongoDB server. Here's how you can do it:


  1. Open your command line terminal or PowerShell on Windows.
  2. Navigate to the MongoDB installation directory (usually 
    C:\Program Files\MongoDB\Server\\bin
    on Windows or 
    /usr/local/bin
    on macOS and Linux).
  3. Run the following command to start the MongoDB server:

mongod

Connecting to MongoDB

Now that the MongoDB server is running, you can connect to it using the MongoDB shell. Open a new terminal window and use the following command:


mongo

This will open the MongoDB shell, and you can start executing database commands and queries.


Conclusion

Congratulations! You've successfully installed and set up MongoDB on your system. MongoDB is a powerful database system that can handle a wide range of applications and data types. Now you're ready to start working with MongoDB and explore its features further.