dataseten

Dataseten is a term encountered in data science and information management to denote a collection of datasets assembled for analysis, benchmarking, or education. In practice, dataseten is used as a generic plural for datasets in Dutch- and Germanic-language materials, or as a coined label for curated data bundles.

As described in wiki-style overviews, a dataseten comprises not only data files but also metadata, documentation, and licensing information intended to improve discoverability, interoperability, and reuse. It is common for such bundles to include data dictionaries, provenance notes, and version histories alongside the actual data.

Components often include a data manifest, metadata conforming to standards such as DCAT or Dublin Core, and data files in interoperable formats such as CSV, JSON, or Parquet. A dataseten may also provide persistent identifiers and licensing terms that clarify permissible uses.

Access is typically provided through downloads or APIs, with licensing ranging from public domain and open licenses to more restrictive terms. Good dataseten practice emphasizes clear provenance, data quality notes, and update schedules to support replication and verification in research and education.

The term is not standardized in major catalogs, and many communities treat dataseten as a generic descriptor rather than a formal catalog. It can also serve as a brand name for a hypothetical data repository in open knowledge projects.

See also: dataset, data catalog, data repository.