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data kind

[ ˈdeɪtə kɑɪnd ]

Noun

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information technology

Information that has been translated into a form that is efficient for movement or processing.

Synonyms

data format, data structure, data type.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
data kind	Used to refer to the nature or category of data, often in a more general or high-level sense. It might describe broad classifications. We need to determine the data kind before we start our analysis. Understanding the data kind can help in choosing the appropriate processing method.
data type	Refers to the classification that specifies the types of values data can hold in programming, such as integers, strings, or booleans. Make sure to define the correct data type for each variable. An understanding of different data types is fundamental to learning how to code.
data format	Refers to the specific structure in which the data is stored or displayed. This term is often used in technical contexts where the exact form of data representation is important. You need to convert the data format to CSV for it to be compatible with the software. The data format used by the application ensures quick retrieval and processing.
data structure	Describes the way data is organized and stored so that it can be used efficiently. Commonly used in computer science and programming. Choosing the right data structure can greatly optimize your program. Lists, trees, and graphs are all examples of data structures.

Examples of usage

The data kind used in this system is structured data.
Different data kinds can be stored in databases.
Data kind is an important concept in programming.
Understanding the data kind is crucial for data analysis.

Translations

Translations of the word "data kind" in other languages:

🇵🇹 tipo de dados

🇮🇳 डेटा का प्रकार

🇩🇪 Datenart

🇮🇩 jenis data

🇺🇦 тип даних

🇵🇱 rodzaj danych

🇯🇵 データの種類

🇫🇷 type de données

🇪🇸 tipo de datos

🇹🇷 veri türü

🇰🇷 데이터 종류

🇸🇦 نوع البيانات

🇨🇿 druh dat

🇸🇰 druh údajov

🇨🇳 数据类型

🇸🇮 vrsta podatkov

🇮🇸 tegund gagna

🇰🇿 деректер түрі

🇬🇪 მონაცემთა ტიპი

🇦🇿 məlumat növü

🇲🇽 tipo de datos

Etymology

The term 'data kind' originated in the field of information technology in the late 20th century. With the increasing importance of digital data and the need for efficient handling and processing, the concept of data kind emerged to categorize different forms of information. It plays a crucial role in programming, database management, and data analysis.