Data Persistency, Large-Scale Data Analytics and Visualizations - Biggest Networkx Challenges
Blog post from Memgraph
NetworkX, while a popular choice for graph analytics in Python, faces limitations when dealing with large datasets due to its in-memory data storage and limited visualization capabilities. This often necessitates reloading datasets and reaching for additional tools for data persistence and interactive visualizations. Memgraph, an open-source in-memory graph database built in C++, provides a solution by allowing for the storage of large datasets, running graph algorithms efficiently, and facilitating interactive and customizable visualizations through Memgraph Lab with Orb. Memgraph supports NetworkX algorithms and offers a library for additional graph analytics, with the potential for custom algorithm implementation in Python. The platform enhances development speed by eliminating the need for repetitive data loading and offering dynamic graph algorithms that update as data changes, making it suitable for time-sensitive applications. Memgraph also includes a visualization tool that allows for detailed interaction with graph data and offers customizable styles to best represent insights, simplifying the transition from development to production without boilerplate code.