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Semantic representation of data

In metadata, a data element is an atomic unit of data with a precise meaning. A data element has a name and a definition, and may also include one or more representation terms, enumerated values, and synonyms in other metadata registries. Wikipedia →

🧭 Start here: a 6-step reading path

  1. Read the overview: Data elementA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Data element, big data and enterprise innovation: Evidence from data trading platforms and national big data comprehensive pilot zonesInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Finite Element AnalysisThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Extracting clinically relevant data from finite element simulationsCited 302 times
  5. Go sideways: ISO/IEC 11179A closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Representation termA closely related topic

📖 Definitions

Noun An atomic unit of data that has: An identification such as a data element name. A clear data element definition. One or more representation terms. Optional enumerated values. A list of synonyms to data elements in other metadata registries.

Noun An identification such as a data element name.

Noun A clear data element definition.

Noun One or more representation terms.

🗂️ The subject at a glance

  1. Properties
  2. In telecommunications
  3. In practice

🏆 Landmark papers (most cited)

🆕 Influential since 2022

📚 Books worth reading

Ranked by number of editions on Open Library, a rough measure of how lasting a book is.

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