Standardfel

Standardfel is a term encountered in German-language technical documentation that refers to a standardized field within data models, forms, or interfaces. It denotes a field with predefined characteristics designed to ensure data consistency and interoperability across systems. The term is not the name of a formal international standard; rather, it is used descriptively and, in some cases, as a brand name or shorthand in vendor documentation.

Etymology and terminology: The word combines Standard and Feld (field); there are instances where Standardfeld is used interchangeably in German. The form Standardfel is rarer and may reflect a truncation, a product name, or dialectal usage. Because it is not tied to a formal standard, its exact definition can vary between projects and organizations.

Characteristics: A Standardfel typically has a defined data type (string, integer, date), a fixed length or validation pattern, and a required or optional status. It may also include a default value and a set of allowed values or constraints. Metadata such as labels and localization keys is often attached to support multilingual interfaces. In practice, a Standardfel aims to be predictable and easily exchangeable across components of a system.

Applications: In database schemas, application programming interfaces, and user interfaces, Standardfel helps enforce consistent data capture and simplifies interoperability. It is commonly used in forms and documentation templates to maintain uniform data structures across departments or software products.

Examples: A Standardfel for submissionDate might require the ISO date format, while a status Standardfel could restrict values to new, in_progress, or completed. Such examples illustrate the role of Standardfel as a predefined, reusable data field.

Limitations and note: Because Standardfel is not a formal standard, its definitions and constraints can vary by project or vendor. Clear documentation and explicit mappings are important when data must be exchanged between heterogeneous systems.