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Master Models
- 2 years ago
Also known as "Golden dataset". Mostly an exercise in futility, especially in larger organizations. cf "Expanded Tables"
- 2 years ago
I agree here that quite often, while it seems like it is great to create a golden data set in reality, this often doesn't happen as expected due to the complexities and different business areas. I would recommend trying to do one area at a time, and once you've got a handle on all the different areas over time, then see if it is possible to build a golden data set.
Developing a master model that encompasses all shared facts and dimensions, and then selectively deploying subsets of these into specific sub-models is a smart approach.
Here are some links for reference:
Universal and Timeless Database Design Patterns for 2024 and Beyond | Vertabelo Database Modeler
Tabular Optimization (elegantbi.com)
Design and build tabular models - Training | Microsoft Learn
Best Regards
Zhengdong Xu
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Anonymous thank you for the references!