MongoDB Show Database Command - Linux Shell-Bash

Introduction

In this guide, we will explore how to use the MongoDB show database command in Linux Shell-Bash. The show database command is used to list all the databases available in MongoDB. We will cover the necessary steps to execute the command and provide an example code snippet.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, ensure that you have the following:

• MongoDB installed and running on your system.
• Basic understanding of Linux Shell-Bash commands.

Steps to Use the MongoDB Show Database Command

Follow the steps below to execute the MongoDB show database command in Linux Shell-Bash:

1. Open your Linux Shell-Bash terminal.
2. Connect to the MongoDB server using the mongo command:

mongo

3. Once connected to the MongoDB server, switch to the admin database (optional):

use admin

4. Execute the show database command to list all the available databases:

show dbs

5. MongoDB should display a list of databases with their respective sizes.

Example Code Snippet

Here is an example code snippet showing the execution of the MongoDB show database command:

# Connect to MongoDB server
mongo

# Optional: Switch to the admin database
use admin

# Execute the show database command
show dbs

Make sure to replace the mongo command with the appropriate command to connect to your MongoDB server if needed.

Conclusion

You have learned how to use the MongoDB show database command in Linux Shell-Bash. This command allows you to list all the databases available in MongoDB. By following the steps provided in this guide and using the example code snippet, you should be able to execute the command successfully.