This guide provides a straightforward approach to interact with your MongoDB databases effectively.
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Rename the config_template Directory: Start by renaming the config_template folder to config. This is a crucial step to set up your configuration environment.
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Generate Configuration Files: Utilize the examples provided within the config_template directory to create your own configuration files. Feel free to generate as many configuration files as necessary to suit your needs.
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Examine Script Examples: For practical insight, review the transfer_collection.py and transfer_database.py script examples. These scripts demonstrate how to transfer collections or entire databases. You can execute these scripts using the following commands:
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To transfer a specific collection:
python transfer_collection.py --source alias_of_your_source_db --target alias_of_your_target_db --collection name_of_the_collection_to_copy -
To transfer an entire database:
python transfer_database.py --source alias_of_your_source_db --target alias_of_your_target_db
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Customize Your Data Pipeline: Leverage the functions and classes provided in manager.py and database.py to tailor your data management pipeline. These tools are designed to facilitate a range of database operations, allowing for customized data handling and manipulation.
By following these steps, you can efficiently set up and manage your MongoDB databases, ensuring a streamlined workflow for your data management tasks.