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Neo4j
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818
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English
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Summary

Using Spring Data Neo4j, it was possible to model and import the Hubway Challenge dataset into a Neo4j graph database, making it available for advanced querying and visualization. The process involved creating a domain model, which included modeling the Station entity with multiple names and indices, as well as importing trips by splitting them into batches due to the large number of entries. After running the import, a Neo4j database containing all the connections was obtained, and the data could be visualized using various tools such as Neo4j's built-in browser or third-party libraries like D3.js. The dataset also supported queries in Cypher, allowing for more advanced exploration and analysis. Additionally, the data could be easily added to a Heroku Neo4j Add-On and used with any programming language and rendering framework. Future steps included importing additional shapefile data, creating more advanced Cypher queries, and visualizing the results using various tools.