Data Objects Introduction

Data Objects explained

What is a data object?

A data object is a collection of one or more data points that create meaning as a whole. In other words, “data object” is an alternate way of saying “this group of data should be thought of as standalone.”

The most common example of a data object is a data table, but others include arrays, pointers, records, files, sets, and scalar types.

Values in a data object may have their own unique IDs, data types, and attributes. In this way, data objects vary across database structures and different programming languages.

An easy way to think about the term “data object” is that it reflects the simple need for compartmentalizing information in a database that otherwise looks big and confusing.

In addition to compartmentalizing, data analysts use unique IDs, data types, and attributes to make data even easier to understand. These data objects are almost always represented in data modules, which show relationships between data objects.

As a list, data objects consist of:

• Values. The data itself.
• Unique IDs. One data point that identifies others related to it.
• Attributes. Additional data within one Unique ID.
• Data types. Classifications of data such as text, numeric, and boolean.

How can I use a data object?

Virtus Flow is designed to help you build and customize any Workflow or Form without the need of IT. Using Data Objects you can quickly create custom fields and aggregate them in Data Modules.

• If you have a set group of data that you need in multiple workflows, you can use Data Objects to quickly import them
• Data Objects also allow you to save the information contained in the workflow that has been completed
• You can use them to create custom tables and fields for Workflows and Forms
• Creating fields to customize Ticketing options

How to Create and Customize Data Objects

How to use Data Objects in your Form and Workflows

How to customize Ticketing fields