Dataparameters
Dataparameters are configurable values that influence how data is retrieved, transformed, or analyzed within a system. They serve as inputs to data processing workflows, enabling customization, reproducibility, and automation. Dataparameters can be supplied by users, derived from context, or defined by automated rules.
They appear in databases, web APIs, data pipelines, and analysis scripts. Dataparameters control filtering, sorting, sampling,
Examples include API query parameters like start and end dates, limit, and sort order; SQL clauses such
Good practice emphasizes clear documentation, validation, and sensible defaults. Parameter provenance and versioning support reproducibility, while
Standards bodies and teams often use parameter schemas or dictionaries to enforce naming, types, and allowed