Vector search introduction and implementation

This series dives into the intricacies of vector search, how it is implemented in Elasticsearch, and how to run hybrid search queries in Elasticsearch.

Part 1

Vector Database

February 6, 2025

A quick introduction to vector search

This article is the first in a series of three that will dive into the intricacies of vector search, also known as semantic search, and how it is implemented in Elasticsearch.

By: Valentin Crettaz

Part 2

How to set up vector search in Elasticsearch

Vector Database How To

February 10, 2025

How to set up vector search in Elasticsearch

Learn how to set up vector search and execute k-NN searches in Elasticsearch.

By: Valentin Crettaz

Part 3

Vector Database How To

February 17, 2025

Elasticsearch hybrid search

Learn about hybrid search, the types of hybrid search queries Elasticsearch supports, and how to craft them.

By: Valentin Crettaz

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