Terms

mongod

mongod is the primary daemon process for the MongoDB system. It handles data requests, manages data access, and performs background management operations.

mongosh

mongosh is the shell for connecting to remote mongoDB instances. mongosh provides a powerful interface for systems administrators as well as a way for developers to test queries and operations directly with the database. Also provides a fully functional JavaScript environment for use with a MongoDB.

node.js

In terms of Node.js, mongodb is the native driver for interacting with a mongodb instance.

In terms of Node.js, mongoose is an Object modeling tool (a.k.a. ORM) for MongoDB. mongoose is built on top of the mongodb driver to provide programmers with a way to model their data.

Tools

MongoDB Compass

Download and install Compass from the following link or google your way through
https://www.mongodb.com/download-center?filter=enterprise#compass

MongoDB Atlas

MongoDB as a service. There is no local setup.
You can access the service at the url below after you login.
https://cloud.mongodb.com

References

• Database tools | MongoDB

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Last update: May 5, 2023