Jack Wallen shows you how easy it is to create a MongoDB database and collection using the Compass GUI.

I can easily do this in Java, but have never done any sort of GUI in C++. Is it possible to combine the two, meaning Java GUIS and the rest of the program in C++? Or do I need to do it all in C++.

MongoDB is a widely used NoSQL database that can function in containers if you know how to set it up. Learn how to connect the Compass GUI.