referensversion
Referensversion is a designation for a specific version of a document, dataset, standard, or software component that serves as the reference point or baseline against which other versions are compared, tested, or cited. It is considered the authoritative or canonical version within a project, organization, or standard.
The primary purpose of a referensversion is to ensure consistency, reproducibility, and traceability. By fixing a
Governance and metadata are typically associated with a referensversion. The baseline is identified by metadata such
Relation to other versions is central to its role. New updates produce newer versions, while the referensversion
Examples span software libraries, technical standards, research datasets, and publication processes, where a referensversion anchors comparisons,