Learn CYPHER with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 18, 2025
Performance Notes
Use indexes for label/property lookups
Avoid unnecessary variable-length traversals
Use relationship direction for speed
Avoid Cartesian products unless intended
Security Notes
Enable role-based authentication (Neo4j Enterprise)
Use parameterized queries to avoid injection
Restrict access via Bolt protocol
Monitor database permissions and logs
Monitoring Analytics
Query logs & Bolt monitoring
APOC metrics
Neo4j Ops Manager
Profiling and slow query inspection
Code Quality
Avoid deep nesting
Use MERGE only when needed
Add constraints early
Use parameterized queries