Materialized path
Reference group: Schema patterns
What it does
Makes subtree prefix queries convenient; moving a node can require descendant updates.
Syntax
Store ancestor path
Use case
Mostly-read category trees.
Materialized path: practical example
{ _id: nodeId, path: "/technology/databases/mongodb/" }💡 Explanation
Makes subtree prefix queries convenient; moving a node can require descendant updates.
When to use it
Mostly-read category trees.
Key Takeaways
- Makes subtree prefix queries convenient; moving a node can require descendant updates.
- Typical use: Mostly-read category trees.