Basic Query Example
Before diving into complex queries, let’s start with a basic example using the match query, which is a type of leaf query clause.
GET /products/_search
{
"query": {
"match": {
"description": "wireless headphones"
}
}
}
In this example:
- We are searching the products index for documents where the description field contains the terms “wireless” and “headphones“.
Using Query DSL For Complex Search Queries in Elasticsearch
Elasticsearch is a powerful search engine that provides a flexible and powerful query language called Query DSL (Domain Specific Language). Query DSL allows you to write complex search queries to retrieve the most relevant data from your Elasticsearch indices. This article will guide you through the basics and advanced features of Query DSL, with detailed examples and outputs, to help you master complex search queries in Elasticsearch.