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What does "document" mean in programming?
document is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
In NoSQL databases like MongoDB, a document is a single record stored as a JSON-like object with key-value pairs. Documents can have nested fields and do not need to share the same structure.
Example
"Each user is stored as a document in the users collection."
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