#Data_Science_That_Works
February 23, 2025 at 09:13 AM
Today's Data Term
*Reference Data*
Refers to data that is used to categorize or define other data, providing context, consistency, and standardization across systems. It's typically a fixed set of values that don't change frequently and are often used in various business processes, databases, and systems. Reference data is foundational for ensuring that different parts of an organization or system can interpret and use data in a consistent way.
Examples of reference data:- Country codes, currency codes, product categories, employee titles, industry codes,