cadastry

title: "Metadata Management" order: 3

Decentralized Metadata Management

Cadastry's approach to decentralized metadata management ensures transparency, security, and interoperability across various blockchain ecosystems.

Metadata Document Structure

Cadastry organizes data into four main record types:

  1. Actors: Individuals or entities interacting with the system
  2. Objects: Physical or digital assets
  3. Events: Occurrences or transactions related to assets
  4. Places: Geographical or virtual locations

Additionally, there's a separate resource category for referencing files.

Document Creation and Storage

The process of managing metadata documents follows these steps:

  1. Creation: Users create metadata documents using the Cadastry SDK or API.
  2. Validation: The network validates the document structure and content.
  3. Storage: Validated documents are stored on the Cadastry blockchain.
  4. Indexing: Documents are indexed for efficient querying and retrieval.

Cross-Referencing and Linking

Documents can reference each other using unique Cadastry IDs (CDIDs), enabling complex relationships between different metadata records.

Verification and Certification

Authorized actors can verify and certify document authenticity, similar to notary services in the physical world.

Benefits of Decentralized Metadata Management

Cadastry's metadata management system provides several key advantages:

  • Immutability: Once stored, metadata cannot be altered by anyone but actors in control of metadata
  • Traceability: Every update of metadata document is recorded and fully transparent
  • Transparency: All metadata is publicly accessible and verifiable (excluding private fields)
  • Interoperability: Standardized metadata format enables seamless data exchange between different systems
  • Security: Cryptographic signatures ensure data integrity and authenticity

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