This Week in Neo4j – Advent of Graphs, Neo4j 4.4, 2021 Graphie Awards, Graph Embeddings

Neo4j 4.4 has been launched with significant improvements in data processing, including native text indexes and Single Sign-On (SSO) for seamless authentication with cloud-based identity providers. The new version also features zero downtime for database upgrades, cloud-native APIs for faster application development, and reduced memory requirements when importing large datasets. The Neo4j Graphie Awards showcase innovative graph-based projects among customers and partners, while a featured community member, Adrien Sales, has been recognized for his open-source work and contributions to the Neo4j ecosystem. Additionally, articles and white papers discuss topics such as graph embeddings, AI-powered problem-solving, and using Neo4j with Cypher for puzzle-solving in Advent of Code.