Knowledge Graph Basics: Understanding, Designing, and Implementing Graph-Based Systems - Softcover

Acklin, James

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798308311416

Publisher: Independently published, 2025

Synopsis

Knowledge Graph Basics: Understanding, Designing, and Implementing Graph-Based Systems

This book provides a comprehensive guide to understanding, designing, and implementing knowledge graphs—a revolutionary approach to organizing and analyzing complex, interconnected data. Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the potential of knowledge graphs or an experienced developer aiming to refine your skills, this book serves as your definitive resource for mastering graph-based systems.

Starting with foundational concepts, the book introduces the core principles of knowledge graphs, their history, and why they have become indispensable in today’s data-driven world. It then delves into the essential components, including graph modeling, ontology design, and the use of standards like RDF, OWL, and SPARQL, offering a solid framework for building scalable and meaningful graph-based systems.

With a strong emphasis on practical implementation, readers will benefit from step-by-step guides, real-world examples, and authentic, working code in Python and Neo4j. Learn how to design ontologies, integrate and clean data, construct graphs, and query them efficiently. The book also explores advanced topics such as scalability, optimization, and the integration of knowledge graphs with artificial intelligence to enable explainable AI, graph embeddings, and machine learning applications.

Discover how knowledge graphs are transforming industries like healthcare, finance, e-commerce, and education, with case studies that illustrate their real-world applications. From enhancing search engines and recommendation systems to enabling fraud detection and personalized experiences, this book showcases the transformative potential of graph-based systems.

The book also addresses common challenges in knowledge graph design, such as data integration complexity, scalability, query performance, and maintaining consistency in dynamic graphs. It offers actionable best practices and tips for building robust, efficient, and scalable knowledge graphs.

Whether you’re a developer, data scientist, researcher, or decision-maker, Knowledge Graph Basics: Understanding, Designing, and Implementing Graph-Based Systems equips you with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to create impactful graph-based solutions. With a blend of technical depth and approachable explanations, this book is your gateway to unlocking the power of knowledge graphs in solving complex, real-world problems

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798308311416
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 116