What is meant by Data Mapping?
"Data Mapping" refers to the process of linking data fields from a source (e.g., a database, a file, or an API) to corresponding fields in a target system or table. This process is essential to ensure that data can be properly exchanged and integrated between different systems or databases.
Typical functions of software in the Data Mapping domain include:
- Field Mapping: The software allows the user to link data fields from the source to corresponding fields in the target system and define the mapping.
- Transformation: The software provides functions for transforming data during the mapping process, such as converting data types, calculating new values, or applying formatting.
- Validation: The software validates the data during the mapping process for validity and consistency, ensuring that the data is transferred and interpreted correctly.
- Automation: The software can automate the mapping process by using predefined mapping rules and configurations or by being supported by machine learning and artificial intelligence.
