Data contracts & exchange formatsData SchemaA data schema defines the structure, types and constraints expected for a dataset or message.
Data contracts & exchange formatsData DictionaryA data dictionary documents field meanings, formats, permitted values and relevant interpretation rules.
Data contracts & exchange formatsData ContractA data contract specifies expectations between data producers and consumers about structure, meaning and service behaviour.
Data contracts & exchange formatsSchema MappingSchema mapping aligns fields and meanings between source and destination data models.
Data contracts & exchange formatsSchema DriftSchema drift is a change in data structure that may affect downstream processing or interpretation.