Uncover the power of Graph Query Language (GQL) with 'Getting Started with the Graph Query Language'. This book is your comprehensive guide to mastering GQL, the cornerstone of managing and analyzing complex graph data. Dive into foundational concepts, explore advanced capabilities, and apply them using real-world examples. What this Book will help me do Understand and use GQL syntax effectively, including commands like MATCH, RETURN, INSERT, and DELETE. Master operations with graph patterns, variables, and functions to manipulate and query graph data. Apply advanced GQL techniques such as path matching modes, shortest paths, and transaction commands. Optimize graph database performance using indexing or caching strategies. Utilize GQL on a practical application, such as analyzing money transaction data for behavior and risk insights. Author(s) Ricky Sun, Jason Zhang, and Yuri Simione are seasoned experts in graph database technologies and standards. With years of professional experience and a collaborative spirit, they bring clarity and practice-oriented guidance to understanding GQL. Their passion for teaching and simplifying complex ideas shines through this well-crafted book. Who is it for? This book is ideal for graph database developers, database administrators, and data engineers looking to grasp GQL's fundamentals and advanced features. Beginners familiar with databases and programming fundamentals can follow along seamlessly. It also appeals to analysts and programmers seeking to enhance their graph data handling skills. Prior knowledge of graph theory concepts like nodes and edges is helpful but not mandatory, ensuring accessibility for learners of diverse levels.