Couchbase Playground Beta is an experimental project designed to help developers learn NoSQL by providing a platform where they can interact with Couchbase and its SDKs, including Java, NodeJS, .NET, and Python, without needing to install Couchbase locally. The platform operates in two modes: session-less, where each code execution is independent and does not retain data, and session mode, which allows data persistence across executions for up to 40 minutes, offering a more comprehensive exploration into Couchbase's capabilities. Users can access a Couchbase Server container through a web interface or their own IDE, utilizing the travel-sample dataset for practice. The service includes a web console that facilitates the execution of N1QL queries and permits users to create custom data buckets. While most Couchbase services are available in the test-drive instance, advanced features like Analytics and Eventing are not included due to time limitations. The platform encourages interactive learning by allowing users to modify and run example code, with feedback and suggestions welcomed through social media to enhance the tool's development and usability.