Referansenavn

Referansenavn is a term used primarily in Norwegian to denote a label or identifier assigned to a reference. The concept centers on naming a resource so it can be reliably identified and referenced in draughts of text, data, or code. The exact meaning and usage of referansenavn vary by domain, but the core idea is consistent: a stable, memorable name that points to a specific item.

In bibliographic and documentation contexts, referansenavn often serves as the citation key or entry key for a source. Authors assign a unique name to each bibliographic entry so that in-text citations can refer to the correct source without ambiguity. Examples might include simple forms such as Smith2020 or ref2021. The key should be descriptive enough to distinguish entries, while remaining concise.

In data management and programming, referansenavn can act as an alias or label for a resource, such as a data field, a foreign key, or a reference to an external object (for instance, a URL or module). This helps developers and data stewards identify and retrieve the referenced item efficiently.

Best practices for referansenavn include using meaningful and consistent naming, avoiding spaces or special characters, and ensuring uniqueness within a given scope. Names should be stable across versions to prevent broken references. When possible, follow established conventions within the relevant system or project to improve readability and maintainability.