Installing MongoDB Locally and Using MongoDB Atlas

🛠️ Installing MongoDB Locally and Using MongoDB Atlas

MongoDB is a popular NoSQL database used in many web applications, including those built with the MEAN stack. You can either install MongoDB on your local machine or use a cloud-based solution like MongoDB Atlas. Let’s explore both options!


🖥️ 1. Installing MongoDB Locally

To run MongoDB on your own computer, follow these steps:


🔽 Step 1: Download MongoDB

Visit the official site: https://www.mongodb.com/try/download/community


Choose your operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux) and download the installer.


⚙️ Step 2: Install MongoDB

Run the installer and follow the instructions.


Make sure to select the "Complete" installation.


Check the option to install MongoDB as a service (recommended).


✅ Step 3: Verify Installation

Open your terminal (or Command Prompt) and run:


bash

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mongod

If MongoDB is installed properly, the server will start running.


☁️ 2. Using MongoDB Atlas (Cloud)

MongoDB Atlas is a cloud database service — no need to install anything!


🌐 Step 1: Sign Up

Go to https://www.mongodb.com/cloud/atlas


Create a free account.


🏗️ Step 2: Create a Cluster

Click "Build a Cluster" (choose the free tier).


Pick your cloud provider and region, then create the cluster.


🔐 Step 3: Set Up Access

Create a database user with username/password.


Add your IP address to the whitelist so you can connect.


🔗 Step 4: Connect Your App

Click "Connect" → Choose "Connect your application".


Copy the connection string (it looks like:

mongodb+srv://<username>:<password>@cluster0.mongodb.net/test).


Replace <username>, <password>, and test with your values, and you're ready to use MongoDB in your app!


🎯 Final Thoughts

Whether you go with local MongoDB or MongoDB Atlas, both options work well for learning and building apps.


Use local MongoDB for offline development or when you want full control.


Use MongoDB Atlas for easy cloud setup, team projects, or production apps.

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