MongoDB Scripting¶

The mongo shell is an interactive JavaScript shell for MongoDB, and is part of all MongoDB distributions. This section provides an introduction to the shell, and outlines key functions, operations, and use of the mongo shell. Also consider FAQ: The mongo Shell and the shell method and other relevant reference material.

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Most examples in the MongoDB Manual use the mongo shell; however, many drivers provide similar interfaces to MongoDB.

Server-side JavaScript: Details MongoDB’s support for executing JavaScript code for server-side operations.
Data Types in the mongo Shell: Describes the super-set of JSON available for use in the mongo shell.
Write Scripts for the mongo Shell: An introduction to the mongo shell for writing scripts to manipulate data and administer MongoDB.
Getting Started with the mongo Shell: Introduces the use and operation of the MongoDB shell.
Access the mongo Shell Help Information: Describes the available methods for accessing online help for the operation of the mongo interactive shell.
mongo Shell Quick Reference: A high level reference to the use and operation of the mongo shell.

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