Connecting methods
MongoDB provides an array of methods to connect with its databases. This ranges from direct driver interactions to the convenience of Object-Document Mapping (ODM) layers, which elegantly handles the mapping of your model objects. While MongoDB boasts extensive language support, including but not limited to Java, C++, C#, Kotlin, and Rust, this chapter focuses on four distinct and widely used languages—PHP, Ruby, Node.js, and Python. Each language offers a unique set of features and strengths, demanding tailored connection techniques to harness the full potential of MongoDB.
Connecting using Ruby
Ruby is at the forefront of languages supported by MongoDB, boasting an official driver that provides excellent compatibility. To successfully establish the connection to a local MongoDB host, follow these simple steps:
- To install, you must add the driver to the
Gemfile, as shown in the following example:gem 'mongo'
- Then, you can connect...
