Dependency Tracking
Dependency tracking helps teams understand how schemas relate to one another within the CDM Registry.
Dependencies help identify upstream and downstream impacts before updating or removing a schema.
Dependencies are managed from the Dependencies tab within a schema.
Viewing Dependencies
To view schema dependencies:
- Open a schema from the Entity Catalog.
- Open the Dependencies tab.
- Choose a view mode.
Available views include:
- Table View — displays dependencies in a structured list
- Graph View — visualizes schema relationships
Switch between views using the available view controls.
Table View
The Table View displays dependency relationships in a structured format.
Use this view to:
- Review dependency records quickly
- Inspect relationship details
- Navigate related schemas
Graph View
The Graph View visualizes schema relationships.
Use this view to:
- Identify upstream dependencies
- Identify downstream consumers
- Understand schema relationships visually
- Assess change impact more effectively
Analyzing Dependency Impact
Before updating or deleting a schema, review dependencies to understand possible impacts.
Dependency analysis helps identify:
- Shared schemas used across teams
- Potential integration impacts
- Downstream systems affected by changes
Tip
Review dependencies before making breaking schema updates.