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Getting Started with the Graph Query Language (GQL)

You're reading from   Getting Started with the Graph Query Language (GQL) A complete guide to designing, querying, and managing graph databases with GQL

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Product type Paperback
Published in Aug 2025
Publisher Packt
ISBN-13 9781836204015
Length 382 pages
Edition 1st Edition
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Ricky Sun Ricky Sun
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Yuri Simione Yuri Simione
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Jason Zhang Jason Zhang
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Preface 1. Evolution Towards Graph Databases FREE CHAPTER 2. Key Concepts of GQL 3. Getting Started with GQL 4. GQL Basics 5. Exploring Expressions and Operators 6. Working With GQL Functions 7. Delve into Advanced Clauses 8. Configuring Sessions 9. Graph Transactions 10. Conformance to the GQL Standard 11. Beyond GQL 12. A Case Study – Anti-Fraud 13. The Evolving Landscape of GQL 14. Glossary and Resources 15. Unlock Your Exclusive Benefits 16. Other Books You May Enjoy
17. Index

What is a GQL session?

A GQL session can be initiated from a GQL client, such as GQL Playground, or a graph database driver. Sessions can be created either explicitly or implicitly, depending on the context and the actions taken by the client.

Explicit session creation

A session is explicitly created when the GQL client sends a specific command to initiate a session. This is often used in scenarios where precise control over session management is required.

Implicit session creation

For instance, in GQL Playground, a session is automatically created whenever a query is executed. This implicit creation ensures that users can seamlessly interact with the graph database without needing to manually manage session initiation.

Session management

The context of sessions can be managed by GQL or the settings from a GQL client. In this book, we will explore how to manage sessions with GQL queries.

A GQL session is capable of handling multiple consecutive requests...

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