Example of Dropping a Database
Suppose we have a database named “mydatabase,” and we want to drop it. We would execute the following commands in the MongoDB shell
use mydatabase
db.dropDatabase()
Explanation:
- use mydatabase: Switches to the “mydatabase” database.
- db.dropDatabase(): Drops the current database, in this case, “mydatabase.”
MongoDB Drop Database
In MongoDB, dropping a database means deleting the entire database along with all its associated collections (tables in relational databases). This action permanently removes all data stored within that database. It’s crucial to exercise caution when dropping a database as this cannot be undone.
In this article, we’ll delve into the concept of dropping databases in MongoDB, understand the implications, and explore examples to illustrate the process.