Define Database Statement

The define_database statement is used to define a database in SurrealDB. A database is a logical container for storing related data and organizing resources. This documentation provides an overview of the syntax and usage of the define_database statement.

Table of Contents

• Syntax
• Examples
  • Define a Database

Syntax

The syntax of the define_database statement is as follows:

#![allow(unused)]
fn main() {
define_database(database_name: Database)
}

• database_name: The name of the database to define.

Examples

Define a Database

To define a database, you can use the following code:

#![allow(unused)]
fn main() {
let statement = define_database("oyelowo");
}

In the example above, the define_database statement defines a database named "oyelowo".

This will generate the following SQL statement:

DEFINE DATABASE oyelowo;

You have now learned how to define a database using the define_database statement. Databases provide a way to organize and manage data within SurrealDB, allowing you to create distinct containers for your data resources.