🔥 Welcome to Part 11 of the MongoDB Fundamentals, Functions & ORM Detailed Guide! In this episode, we explore how to delete documents from your MongoDB collections using the deleteOne() and deleteMany() methods. Whether you’re removing outdated records, clearing test data, or performing soft deletes, mastering deletion operations is essential for responsible data management.

You’ll practice deletions using MongoDB Compass, the Mongo Shell, and Node.js—all with proper filtering and safety checks.

✅ What You’ll Learn in This Video:

✔️ Using deleteOne() to remove a single document safely
✔️ Using deleteMany() to remove multiple documents at once
✔️ Writing precise filters to avoid accidental data loss
✔️ Viewing results with deletedCount for confirmation
✔️ Best practices for soft deletes and archiving data

💡 Why This Step Matters:

🔹 Teaches you to manage and clean up data safely
🔹 Prevents unwanted loss by emphasizing accurate filtering
🔹 Prepares you for real-world data lifecycle operations