Different syntax on mongodb module in Node.js

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I'm now learning how to use MongoDB in Node.js, but as long as I know, there are two ways to write the code.

One (on some books and online blogs):

var Db = require('mongodb').Db, Connection = require('mongodb').Connection, Server = require('mongodb').Server;

Two (Github page and its documentation page on 10gen):

var MongoClient = require('mongodb').MongoClient;

Why does the disparity occur and which one should I take if there are any differences other than syntax? Perhaps it's due to different versions of the module, but if so on what number I have to take one over the other?

Thanks.

MongoClient is a recent addition to all the drivers and is now the generally preferred way to go. — JohnnyHK
– JohnnyHK, Commented Aug 15, 2013 at 22:00
If it's recommended by 10gen, you shouldn't consider another option :) — gustavohenke
– gustavohenke, Commented Aug 15, 2013 at 22:53

Derick · Accepted Answer · 2013-08-16 08:56:53Z

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MongoClient is the new prefered way for all the different drivers. It has acknowledged (safe) writes on by default and should be the general interface to MongoDB. See http://blog.mongodb.org/post/36666163412/introducing-mongoclient for more information about how and why.

answered Aug 16, 2013 at 8:56

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