| Definition |
Metadata is data that describes, classifies, or manages other data, content, files, records, or resources.
Metadata is a Database and Data Governance concept used to define, control, document, or improve the meaning, quality, ownership, and appropriate use of data assets.
Metadata is a Web document-structure concept used to define, organize, or describe content rendered by browsers.
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| Context & Usage |
In documentation and content-governance work, metadata supports search, filtering, reuse, access control, localization, publishing, ownership, review status, and lifecycle management.
Data stewards, owners, analysts, and system teams use this concept when documenting accountability, improving quality, and making data easier to understand and trust.
Authors, front-end developers, accessibility specialists, and technical writers use this concept when creating meaningful page structure and browser-readable content.
Related concepts include Hypertext Markup Language.
Additional Resource: MDN Web Docs Glossary.
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| Categories |
Technical Writing and Documentation, Knowledge Management and Content Governance, Software Development and Programming, Web, Database, Cloud, and DevOps Technologies, Enterprise Applications, CRM, and Contact Center Systems, Artificial Intelligence
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