This document provides an overview and introduction to NoSQL databases. It begins with an agenda that explores key-value, document, column family, and graph databases. For each type, 1-2 specific databases are discussed in more detail, including their origins, features, and use cases. Key databases mentioned include Voldemort, CouchDB, MongoDB, HBase, Cassandra, and Neo4j. The document concludes with references for further reading on NoSQL databases and related topics.