Introduction - Making Sense of NoSQL - page 1

Part 1

Introduction

In part 1 we introduce you to the topic of NoSQL. We define the term NoSQL ,

talk about why the NoSQL movement got started, look at the core topics, and
review the business benefits of including NoSQL solutions in your organization.
In chapter 1 we begin by defining NoSQL and talk about the business drivers
and motivations behind the NoSQL movement. Chapter 2 expands on the foun-
dation in chapter 1 and provides a review of the core concepts and important
definitions associated with NoSQL.
If you're already familiar with the NoSQL movement, you may want to skim
chapter 1. Chapter 2 contains core concepts and definitions associated with
NoSQL. We encourage everyone to read chapter 2 to gain an understanding of
these concepts, as they'll be referenced often and applied throughout the topic.