The mongo Shell

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.

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

• Getting Started with the mongo Shell
• Data Types in the mongo Shell
• Access the mongo Shell Help Information
• Write Scripts for the mongo Shell
• mongo Shell Quick Reference

The Getting Started with MongoDB provides a general introduction to MongoDB using examples from the mongo shell. Additionally, the following documents from other sections address areas relevant to users of the mongo shell:

• FAQ: The mongo Shell
• mongo
• mongo Shell Methods

Furthermore, consider the following reference material that addresses the mongo shell and its interface:

• Query, Update and Projection Operators
• Database Commands
• Aggregation Framework Reference
• Meta Query Operator Quick Reference

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