June 2018 Summaries

The latest update in MongoDB 4.0 introduces multi-document ACID transactions, making it easier for developers to address a range of use cases with the database. This feature is designed to provide consistent and reliable data integrity across multiple documents, simplifying application logic and improving overall development productivity. With snapshot isolation and all-or-nothing execution, transactions ensure that data remains intact and consistent, even in the presence of concurrent operations or network failures. The addition of multi-document transactions complements MongoDB's existing atomic single-document operations, providing a more comprehensive set of features for developers to build upon. By leveraging this feature, developers can create powerful and sophisticated applications with improved data integrity and consistency, without sacrificing the flexibility and versatility that non-relational databases offer.

Introducing Free Cloud-based Monitoring for MongoDB` The release of MongoDB 4.0 brings the availability of free cloud-based monitoring, a convenient way to monitor and visualize the status of MongoDB deployments without requiring any agents or sign-ups. With this feature, users can access their monitoring data through a unique URL created for them, which can be shared with others. The monitoring data tracks key performance indicators such as operation execution times, disk utilization, memory, network input/output, and more in interactive charts. This service is available for standalone instances and replica sets of MongoDB 4.0+, with the option to disable monitoring at any time. The unique URL can be accessed through a browser, providing users with an easy way to monitor their MongoDB deployments without any additional setup or configuration required.

2018 MongoDB Innovation Award Winners recognize companies using MongoDB to deliver innovative solutions that are driving industry change and improving lives. The winners include Accenture, Charles Schwab, Coinbase, Epic Games, Freddie Mac, Fresenius Medical Care North America, Genomics England, Humana Inc., Infosys, Ken W. Alger, Radar, and 7-Eleven, who have all leveraged MongoDB to gain a competitive edge, improve customer experience, or drive business growth through data-driven insights and analytics. These companies are being honored at the upcoming MongoDB World event in New York.