Get acquainted with Cypher in a guided manner quickly and learn how to query the graph databases with efficient and performant queries Key Features Work with Cypher syntax and semantics while building graph traversal queries - Get up and running with advanced Cypher concepts like List, Maps, OPTIONAL MATCH - Master best practices in writing effective queries leveraging data modeling and patterns Book Description While it is easy to learn and understand the Cypher declarative language for querying graph databases, it can be very difficult to master it. As graph databases are becoming more mainstream, there is a dearth of content and guidance for developers to leverage database capabilities fully. This book fills the information gap by describing graph traversal patterns in a simple and readable way. This book provides a guided tour of Cypher from understanding the syntax, building a graph data model, and loading the data into graphs to building queries and profiling the queries for best performance. It introduces APOC utilities that can augment Cypher queries to build complex queries. You'll also be introduced to visualization tools such as Bloom to get the most out of the graph when presenting the results to the end users. After having worked through this book, you'll have become a seasoned Cypher query developer with a good understanding of the query language and how to use it for the best performance. What you will learn Write Cypher queries from basic to advanced level - Map the source data to the graph data model in an iterative fashion - Load the data into a graph using LOAD CSV, APOC, and client drivers - Map the business questions to graph queries effectively - Identify query performance issues and fix them - Extend capabilities of Cypher using APOC utilities - Work with graph visualization tools like Bloom and Browser Who this book is for This book is targeted at Database Administrator, Database Developers, Graph Database Developers, and Graph Database Architects. This book will also help someone migrate from a DBA role to a graph data engineer or data scientist If you are working with graph databases and need to learn Cypher, or are a basic Cypher developer who wants to get better at data modeling and tuning queries to build performant Cypher queries, then this is the book for you. Table of Contents Introduction to Neo4j and Cypher - Components of Cypher - Loading Data with Cypher - Querying Graph - Filtering, Sorting, and Aggregations - List Expressions, UNION, and Subqueries - Working with Lists and Maps - Advanced Query Patterns - Query Tuning - Using APOC Utilities - Cypher Ecosystem - Tips and Tricks "This book has something for all levels of Cypher developers. I liked how the book used in-depth examples to show not only the Cypher syntax, but how to use Cypher in real-world situations. The book goes beyond just the syntax, and actually shows you how to think like a graph developer. The inclusion of data modeling, query tuning, and a discussion of common mistakes to avoid provide benefits for even the most seasoned Cypher developers. This is a truly comprehensive book on Cypher, one that I wish I had when starting out as a graph developer." -- Eric Monk, Principal Solutions Engineer, Neo4j "This book is a great starting point if you want to learn Cypher. It provides step-by-step explanations on how to use Cypher and gives examples so that the explanations are easy to follow. Even if you have some Cypher experience, you will benefit from reading this book since there is always more to learn that you might have missed before." -- Elena Kohlwey, Specialist Digital Engineering at RLE INTERNATIONAL "This book is a showcase of Tavi's mastery of the Cypher language. It has the breadth required to write efficient, effective code as well as the depth that exposes the nuances of the language. If you are going to use Cypher, this book will be one of your essential references." -- Chris Upkes, Principal Professional Services Consultant, Neo4j Ravindranatha Anthapu has more than 25 years of experience in working with W3C standards or building cutting-edge technologies like integrating speech with mobile applications in the 2000s. He is a technology enthusiast who worked from operating system device drivers to writing compilers for C language to modern web technologies, transitioning seamlessly and bringing experience from each of these domains and technologies to deliver successful solutions today. As a Principal Consultant at Neo4j today, Ravindranatha works with large enterprise customers to make sure they are able to leverage graph technologies effectively across various domains.