db.getCollectionNames()

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Reference group: Database and collection discovery

What it does

Returns collection names as an array.

Syntax

db.getCollectionNames()

Use case

Inspect a database programmatically.

db.getCollectionNames(): practical example
db.getCollectionNames()
💡 Explanation Returns collection names as an array. When to use it Inspect a database programmatically.
Key Takeaways
  • Returns collection names as an array.
  • Typical use: Inspect a database programmatically.