Version History of Base Table Rows in Varmland Dataset Collection

The table in focus is a historical table sourced from the web site of Lantmäteriet (The National Land Survey), based in Sweden. This history table serves a crucial purpose as it holds the version history of its primary table rows. This allows for the tracking of changes in data over time, from the point when the row was first extracted from the data source to the date when a newer version was sourced. The most recent version of the row can be identified if the end date is null.

The rows in this table are uniquely identified by a combination of the start date and a specific row number. In addition to the base table, this history table has two extra columns that capture the start and end dates.

One of the unique aspects of this table is its geographical data, initially in the shapefile format. A shapefile is a popular format for storing the location and attribute information of geographical features which can be represented by points, lines, or polygons. However, in this dataset, the geographical information has been transformed from the shapefile format into a final geographical format.

This table can be instrumental in data analytics. For instance, it can be used to track geographical changes over time by comparing different versions of the same row, providing valuable insights into spatial trends. Additionally, the historical data can be used to forecast future trends or patterns using various predictive modeling techniques. The geographical information, on the other hand, can be used to map and visualize these changes and trends, providing an intuitive understanding of the data. Finally, the table can also support decision-making processes in urban planning, environmental conservation, and resource management by providing historical data and trends.