In just two days, this highly practical MongoDB course gives developers valuable, job-ready skills. Through expert guidance and interactive exercises, you’ll learn how to install, configure and work with MongoDB databases.
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MongoDB Essentials
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Course overview
Master NoSQL development with MongoDB
The MongoDB Essentials course provides an introduction to one of the world’s most widely used NoSQL databases. Explore how document-oriented databases work and learn to install, configure and use MongoDB through its shell and APIs.
Learning objectives
- Design document-based data
- Use CRUD operations
- Build aggregation pipelines
- Navigate MongoDB shell
- Work with language-specific drivers
- Index for performance
- Explore replication and sharding
What you’ll learn
From first install to advanced queries, this course helps you use MongoDB in real projects. You’ll explore language integrations including Java, Python, PHP and Ruby to see how MongoDB works in real development settings.
Setup and configuration
Learn how to install and configure MongoDB. Our expert trainers will guide you through the database setup in your local environment, exploring its file structure and understanding the role of configuration files in managing behaviour and access. You’ll also look at basic security considerations to ensure your setup is stable and protected, giving you a strong foundation for building and running MongoDB-powered applications.
Managing data with confidence
Gain hands-on experience in interacting with data using the MongoDB shell. Learn how to create, retrieve, update and delete records, and structure your queries using operators that are essential for day-to-day database tasks. From basic commands to more advanced data manipulation, this course equips you with the practical knowledge to work efficiently using MongoDB.
Bringing MongoDB into your applications
Understand how MongoDB connects to the tools and languages you use every day. This part of the course introduces you to official drivers for Java, Python, PHP and Ruby, showing you how to use them to interact with your database programmatically. You’ll explore real-world workflows that integrate MongoDB into application logic, giving you the ability to build, test and maintain dynamic data-driven systems.
What’s included
- 5 days of instructor-led training in a live virtual classroom
- Interactive hands-on live labs
- All relevant course materials
- Course completion certificate
Key facts
Ideal for
Developers who want to create or maintain systems using MongoDB and document-oriented data structures.
Prerequisites
Some familiarity with coding concepts and how databases work can be helpful, though it's not a requirement.
Learning experience
Our experienced trainers and interactive labs create a focused, practical environment – so you can put theory into practice from day one.
FAQs
With our hands-on live labs, you’ll learn how to install MongoDB, build and query databases, and implement code to effectively integrate your solutions.
What are the benefits of using MongoDB?
MongoDB offers a flexible, scalable and high-performing way to store and manage data. Its document-based design adapts easily to changing data structures, while built-in features like horizontal scaling and fast querying support modern application development.
This course shows you how to use these advantages in practice, from modelling data efficiently to building responsive, scalable systems that meet the demands of modern workloads.
What are MongoDB collections and how are they used?
Collections in MongoDB group related documents together, similar to tables in a relational database, but with greater flexibility. They allow you to store diverse data structures without a rigid schema. On the MongoDB Essentials course you’ll learn how to create and use collections effectively, including how to design documents that reflect your application’s logic and support efficient querying.
What is an aggregation pipeline in MongoDB?
This course introduces you to key aggregation pipeline stages, functions and operators. An aggregation pipeline is a framework that processes data through a sequence of stages, allowing you to transform, group and analyse information efficiently. It’s especially powerful for generating reports or preparing data for application logic.
Will I learn how to install and configure MongoDB?
The course includes a guided setup to help you install MongoDB, configure key settings, and understand the file structure. You’ll also cover security basics and learn how correct configuration supports performance and stability, giving you the confidence to run MongoDB in your own development environment.
What our customers say
“Tarn is an excellent instructor. Everything was clearly communicated. One of the best courses I have attended in recent years.”
Simon, Senior DBA – Government
“Thoroughly enjoyed the course, very informative and a good balance between instruction and practical work.”
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