MongoDB Java Driver
Introduction
Welcome to the documentation site for the Java Driver, the official MongoDB driver for synchronous Java applications. Download it using Maven or Gradle, or set up a runnable project by following our Quick Start guide.
If your Java application requires asynchronous stream processing, use the Reactive Streams Driver which uses Reactive Streams to make non-blocking calls to MongoDB.
On this page, you can read descriptions of each section of the documentation.
Quick Start
Learn how to establish a connection to MongoDB Atlas and begin working with data in the Quick Start section.
Quick Reference
See driver syntax examples for common MongoDB commands in the Quick Reference section.
What's New
For a list of new features and changes in each version, see the What's New section.
Usage Examples
For fully runnable code snippets and explanations for common methods, see the Usage Examples section.
Fundamentals
Learn how to perform the following tasks using the Java driver in the Fundamentals section:
API Documentation
The MongoDB Java driver API documentation contains several libraries organized by functionality. For detailed information about classes and methods in each library, see the following table for their descriptions and links to the API documentation.
Library | Description |
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Base BSON classes | |
Shared core classes | |
Modern API | |
Legacy API |
FAQ
For answers to commonly asked questions about the MongoDB Java Driver, see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section.
Issues & Help
Learn how to report bugs, contribute to the driver, and find additional resources for asking questions and receiving help in the Issues & Help section.
Compatibility
For the compatibility charts that show the recommended Java Driver version for each MongoDB Server version, see the Compatibility section.
Upgrade Driver Versions
Learn what changes you may need to make to your application to upgrade driver versions in the Upgrade Driver Versions section.
Migrate from the Legacy API
Learn what changes you may need to make to your application to migrate from the legacy API to the current API in the Migrate from the Legacy API section.
Learn
Visit the Developer Hub and MongoDB University to learn more about the MongoDB Java driver.
Developer Hub
The Developer Hub provides tutorials and social engagement for developers.
To learn how to use MongoDB features with the Java driver, see the How To's and Articles page.
To ask questions and engage in discussions with fellow developers using the Java Driver, see the forums page.
MongoDB University
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