Specify a local mongodb data file for specific Node.js application

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My apologies if this has been asked before but I haven't been able to find the answer.

I have a small project written in express.js (node.js) that uses a local sqlite data file. I want to switch to mongodb but would like to keep the data file within the project directory. Is that possible with mongodb and, if so, can anyone offer any guidance?

Thank you,

Luis

Peter Lyons · Accepted Answer · 2013-10-02 05:53:25Z

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mongod --dbpath myappdir/mongo

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ksimons · Accepted Answer · 2013-10-02 05:56:06Z

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It's certainly possible. In your mongod.conf file, simply point the dbpath property at whatever directory you'd like

dbpath = /path/to/your/project

Keep in mind that unlike sqlite, MongoDB creates a number of files. And that number changes as your data changes.

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