nature_dimension Struct Reference

Classifies datasets by their data nature (actual vs. synthetic). More...

#include <nature_dimension.hpp>

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Public Attributes
int	version = 0
	Version number for optimistic locking and change tracking.
std::string	code
	Unique code identifying this nature type.
std::string	name
	Human-readable name for display purposes.
std::string	description
	Detailed description of this nature type.
std::string	recorded_by
	Username of the person who last modified this nature dimension.
std::string	change_commentary
	Free-text commentary explaining the change.
std::chrono::system_clock::time_point	recorded_at
	Timestamp when this version of the record was recorded.

Detailed Description

Classifies datasets by their data nature (actual vs. synthetic).

The nature dimension distinguishes between real production data and synthetic test data, helping ensure appropriate handling and segregation.

Standard nature values:

• Actual: Real production data from live systems
• Synthetic: Generated test data for development/testing
• Historical: Archived data from past periods

Member Data Documentation

code

std::string code

Unique code identifying this nature type.

This is the natural key for the dimension. Examples: "Actual", "Synthetic", "Historical".