Version History of Land Cover Changes in Norrbotten Dataset

The table in question forms part of the 'norrbotten' dataset and primarily serves as a historical log of various geographical features. This history table records the version history of its base table rows, marking the beginning and end dates for each version of a row. The beginning date signifies when the row was extracted from the data source, while the end date indicates when a new version of the row was extracted. A null value in the end date column signifies that the current version of the row is the most recent one. This system of tracking changes enables users to keep track of historical data changes and trends over time.

The table contains geographical information, which is initially stored in the shapefile format before being transformed into the final geographic format. This geographical data can be represented by points, lines, or polygons (areas). The table also maintains a unique identifier for each row, combining the start date and the row number.

This table, sourced from 'Lantmäteriet' (The Land Survey) in Sweden, could prove to be a valuable asset for data analytics in various fields. For instance, urban planners and environmental scientists could use this data to study land use patterns over time, tracking changes in land cover and use. The data could also be used in predictive modeling, forecasting future land use based on historical trends. Furthermore, government agencies could use this data to monitor compliance with land use regulations, identifying any notable changes or anomalies over time.