Dave Bechberger

Dave Bechberger is a data architect and developer with over two decades of experience. He uses his extensive knowledge of graph and other big data technologies to build highly performant and scalable data platforms in complex data domains such as bioinformatics, oil and gas, and supply chain management. Since the mid-2010s, Dave has worked with graph databases as a consultant, consumer, and vendor. He is an active member of the graph community and has presented on a wide range of graph-related topics at national and international conferences.

books by Dave Bechberger

Exploring Graph Databases
  • January 2021
  • ISBN 9781617299674
  • 107 pages
Included with a Manning Online subscription

Exploring Graph Databases showcases chapters from three Manning books, chosen by authors and graph database gurus Dave Bechberger and Josh Perryman. In the first chapter, you’ll jump right into building a graph data model hands-on, following a tried-and-true four-step process. Next, you’ll appreciate how graphs and machine learning work hand-in-hand to transform raw data into powerful, actionable wisdom as you explore several real-world applications. In the final chapter, you’ll get familiar with GraphQL, a popular, high-utility query language, as you perform various tasks using its feature-rich, interactive, in-browser IDE. Begin discovering the strengths and benefits of graph databases and their applications with this packed (and free!) primer.

Graph Databases in Action
  • October 2020
  • ISBN 9781617296376
  • 336 pages
Included with a Manning Online subscription
  • printed in black & white
  • Available translations: Simplified Chinese

Graph Databases in Action introduces you to graph database concepts by comparing them with relational database constructs. You'll learn just enough theory to get started, then progress to hands-on development. Discover use cases involving social networking, recommendation engines, and personalization.