Using Indexes in Neo4j

Module overview

Indexes are used to provide faster Cypher queries. You have already learned that uniqueness constraints enable you to quickly look up a node. This is because a uniqueness constraint is implemented as an index. You can also use indexes to make queries faster, even when multiple nodes or relationships have the same property value.

In this module, you will:

• Learn about the types indexes available in Neo4j and why you would use them.
• Create an index on a node property.
• Create an index on a relationship property.
• Create a composite index on a set of node properties.
• Create a TEXT index.
• Manage indexes in the graph.

Resources

During this course, you can refer to:

• Neo4j Cypher Manual.
• Neo4j Cypher Refcard.