About CQL
CQL (Cassandra Query Language) is a query language for the DataStax Distribution of Apache Cassandra database.
CQL for DataStax Distribution of Apache Cassandra™ (DDAC) provides
information about the Cassandra Query Language (CQL). CQL is the primary language for
communicating with the database.
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subscription-based support (Luna) for open-source Cassandra. Learn more.
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DDAC documentation and other information sources
| DataStax Distribution of Apache Cassandra documentation and other information sources | |
|---|---|
| DDAC | The DDAC guide includes architectural, administrator, and developer information. |
| Other information sources | |
| Landing pages | Supported platforms, product compatibility, third-party software, recommended settings, resources for additional information, and earlier documentation. |
| DSE drivers | C/C++ driver, C# driver, Java driver, Node.js
driver, PHP driver, Python driver, and Ruby driver. Note: The
PHP and Ruby drivers are maintenance only. |
| Planning and testing DSE deployments | Includes hardware selection, estimating disk capacity, anti-patterns, and cluster testing. |
| DSE Troubleshooting Guide | Various troubleshooting topics including Linux settings, search, analytics, security, starting DDAC, and installing. |
| Upgrade Guide | Information on upgrading various versions of DataStax Distribution of Apache Cassandra™ (DDAC). |
| Sources of support | DataStax Support and DataStax Academy forums. |
| DataStax Academy | DataStax Academy for courses on CQL, database administration, data modeling, and others. |