What's Your Bacon Number - An Introduction to Graph Databases

Explore graph databases and their application in modeling complex relationships through this informative conference talk. Dive into the concept of graph theory and its practical implementation using IMDB data to calculate the "Bacon Number" of actors and actresses. Learn about different types of databases, with a focus on graph databases and their advantages. Discover the basics of graph theory, including nodes and edges, and understand the two main types of graph databases: Resource Description Framework and Labelled Property Graph. Gain insights into TinkerPop databases and Azure Cosmos DB, exploring features of the Cosmos DB Gremlin API. Master basic Gremlin commands and graph traversal techniques, including finding the shortest path. By the end of this session, acquire a solid foundation in graph databases and their potential to solve complex relationship modeling challenges.