Learning Neo4j 3.x

Run blazingly fast queries on complex graph datasets with the power of the Neo4j graph database

Key Features

• Get acquainted with graph database systems and apply them in real-world use cases
• Use Cypher query language, APOC and other Neo4j extensions to derive meaningful analysis from complex data sets.
• A practical guide filled with ready to use examples on querying, graph processing and visualizing information to build smarter spatial applications.

Book Description

What you will learn

• 1) Understand the science of graph theory, databases and its advantages over traditional databases.
• 2) Install Neo4j, model data and learn the most common practices of traversing data
• 3) Learn the Cypher query language and tailor-made procedures to analyze and derive meaningful representations of data
• 4) Improve graph techniques with the help of precise procedures in the APOC library
• 5) Use Neo4j advanced extensions and plugins for performance optimization.
• 6) Understand how Neo4j s new security features and clustering architecture are used for large scale deployments.

Who this book is for

This book is for developers who want an alternative way to store and process data within their applications. No previous graph database experience is required; however, some basic database knowledge will help you understand the concepts more easily.