Overview
Neo4j is a native graph database that excels at:
- Connected data queries: Traverse relationships in milliseconds, regardless of data size
- Cypher query language: Intuitive, pattern-based query language designed for graphs
- ACID compliance: Full transactional support with enterprise-grade reliability
- Flexible schema: Schema-optional design that adapts to evolving data models
- Scalability: Supports billions of nodes and relationships
Neo4j is commonly used for knowledge graphs, recommendation engines, fraud detection, network analysis, and any application where relationships between data are as important as the data itself.
Connecting
To connect to Neo4j in DBCode:
- Open the DBCode Extension: Launch Visual Studio Code and open the DBCode extension.
- Add a New Connection: Click on the “Add Connection” icon.
- Complete connection form: Select Neo4j as the database type and enter:
- Host address (default port: 7687 for Bolt protocol)
- Username and password
- Database name (optional, defaults to neo4j)
- Optional SSL/TLS configuration
- Connect: Click save to connect to your Neo4j database.
- Start Managing Your Data: Once connected, begin exploring your graph data.
For detailed instructions on connecting to Neo4j, refer to the Connect article.
Neo4j Features in DBCode
DBCode enhances your Neo4j development experience with:
- Cypher query execution: Write and execute Cypher queries with syntax highlighting
- Node and relationship browsing: Explore your graph structure visually
- Label navigation: Browse nodes organized by their labels
- Property inspection: View and edit node and relationship properties
By using Neo4j with DBCode, you can leverage the power of graph databases while working within your familiar VS Code environment.
For more information about Neo4j, check out Neo4j.