MongoDB Create Index
How to use MongoDB Create Index
  • Web development

Like most databases, MongoDB relies on indexes. The MongoDB Create Index command allows you to create indexes manually. We’ll explain how this method works with an example, and we’ll explain what it is suitable for and its advantages. We’ll also show you how to delete indexes with MongoDB Drop Index. Read on to find out more.

How to use MongoDB Create Index
MongoDB Create Database
How to use MongoDB create database
  • Web development

The Database Management System does not recognize the MongoDB Create Database command, but you can still manage to create databases with it. The software will automatically create a new database if the keyword “use” is entered. Our useful guide will outline exactly how this works and how it could be of use to you.

How to use MongoDB create database
MongoDB Create Collection
How to use MongoDB Create Collection
  • Web development

The MongoDB database system automatically creates a new collection once a database is filled with documents. However, MongoDB Create Collection is also useful if you want to create your own collections. We’ll explain how it is structured, what it can be used for, and different ways to specify parameters when you are using it.

How to use MongoDB Create Collection
MongoDB commands
The most important MongoDB commands in an overview
  • Web development

The MongoDB Database Management System is easy to work with once you know MongoDB commands. In this article, we list the most important commands and outline what the individual functions can do. So look no further, because this guide will help you find the MongoDB command you need.

The most important MongoDB commands in an overview
What exactly is a website?
What exactly is a website?
  • Website creation

What exactly is a website? Who needs one, and what are the different options available for private users and businesses? There are solutions for beginners, which require no programming knowledge. These solutions, especially content management systems, have established themselves in the last few years due to their flexible content management. Professionals, however, still swear by self-written...

What exactly is a website?
What is a bit?
What is a bit? Bits and bytes explained
  • Web development

Bits and bytes are part of our daily life, whether we’re aware of it or not. They’re the units of measurement for storage capacity and data transmission - meaning that you’ll need to know about them when shopping for a new computer or deciding on a WiFi package. But what is a bit? And how does it differ from a byte? Keep reading to find out more about the smallest unit of information.

What is a bit? Bits and bytes explained
What is a megabyte?
Megabyte – an explanation of the unit of digital information
  • Web development

What’s larger – a MB or a KB? And what is 1 GB in MB? You may have asked yourself these questions before. MB is the abbreviation for megabyte, a common IT storage unit. It tells you the size of a file or how much space it takes up on a data carrier. But what makes up a megabyte and how does it relate to other units of measurement?

Megabyte – an explanation of the unit of digital information
Clean code: principles, advantages and examples
Clean code: what makes programming code clean
  • Web development

Clean code is a key pillar of modern software development. It is adaptable, easy to understand, and easy to maintain. But how is clean code actually written? In our guide, we will cover the most important clean code principles, such as KISS and DRY, and provide concrete examples demonstrating how to implement clean code.

Clean code: what makes programming code clean
The most important meta tags and their functions
The essential meta tags at a glance
  • Web development

Meta tags are used by website owners to specify metadata in HTML documents. The coded information integrates with web browsers and search engine crawlers to enhance the searchability of a website. But which meta elements are actually required by user agents to improve processing? And how can you use metadata to boost your website’s ranking in the search results?

The essential meta tags at a glance
What is a .md file?
What is a .md file and how can I open one?
  • Web development

Looking at the extension of a file, quickly tells you what kind of file it is – a PDF, an image, etc. But sometimes you’ll come across an extension you haven’t encountered before. One example that not many users are familiar with is the MD file extension. That’s why we’ve put together this article. It explains what .md files are and presents a few free programs for Windows and macOS that you can...

What is a .md file and how can I open one?

Websites

IONOS Website Guide: website advice for all

A website isn’t just a website – these days, there are countless ways to create an online presence in a way that matches your expectations. The ‘Websites’ section of the IONOS Digital Guide offers detailed information about creating, managing, and optimizing websites as well as facts and general background information on the World Wide Web. For a closer look, you can also explore one of several subcategories about different topics. Here, we present website advice for everyone, from mere enthusiasts to qualified professionals.

What’s in the IONOS Website Guide?

The ‘Websites’ section is one of six main categories in the IONOS Digital Guide. ‘Websites’ is then broken down into four further subcategories: ‘Website creation, ‘Web design’, ‘Web development’, and ‘Digital law’. While ‘Website creation’ focuses primarily on the technical aspects of internet sites, ‘Web design’ articles look at the optical makeup of content, in particular the use of text, images, and responsive displays through HTML or CSS. ‘Web development’ covers the use of scripting languages, like PHP or JavaScript, as well as specific tools for the development of internet services. But basic information about the standards and trends of website development can also be found here. The subcategory ‘Digital law’ presents online laws and practices, like image usage rights and privacy policies.

Website advice for beginners, advanced users, and professionals

The Website Guide serves as an information portal for small and medium-sized companies, along with developers, web designers, technology lovers, and general internet enthusiasts. Many articles on the IONOS Digital Guide require little background knowledge, though some are also aimed at more experienced users. Beginners can enjoy posts on topics like ‘What exactly is a website?’, ‘The basics for modern web development’, or ‘How are websites accessed?’, while more advanced readers can broaden their knowledge of specific topics with comprehensive articles and tutorials. So whether you are a novice, an advanced user, or a professional: our handy Website Guide has plenty of useful tips and tricks to help you become an expert on the World Wide Web.