Entities and Attributes of Digital Asset Management and Media Libraries
Entities serve as the building blocks of our database, representing the fundamental objects or concepts that need to be stored and managed. Attributes define the characteristics or properties of each entity. Let’s explore each entity and attribute in detail:
1. Asset
- asset_id (Primary Key): Unique identifier for each asset.
- title: Title of the asset.
- description: Description of the asset.
- file_path: Path to the file on the storage system.
- file_type: Type of the file (e.g., image, video, document).
- created_at: Date and time when the asset was created.
- updated_at: Date and time when the asset was last updated.
2. Category
- category_id (Primary Key): Unique identifier for each category.
- name: Name of the category.
3. Tag
- tag_id (Primary Key): Unique identifier for each tag.
- name: Name of the tag.
4. Asset_Category
- asset_id (Foreign Key referencing Asset): Identifier of the asset.
- category_id (Foreign Key referencing Category): Identifier of the category.
5. Asset_Tag
- asset_id (Foreign Key referencing Asset): Identifier of the asset.
- tag_id (Foreign Key referencing Tag): Identifier of the tag.
How to Design a Relational Database for Digital Asset Management and Media Libraries
Digital asset management (DAM) systems are used to organize, store, and retrieve digital assets such as images, videos, documents, and other media files. Designing a relational database for DAM involves defining entities, attributes, and relationships to efficiently manage digital assets. This article will explore the key components involved in designing a database for DAM and media libraries.