astrodbtoolkit / astrodbtoolkit/astrodb-template-db

Rename Publications table to ReferenceList?

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Description

The Publications table makes it seem like the entries HAVE TO BE publications with DOIs when really, they can be any type of reference or internal identifier or PID number. Maybe rename to ReferenceList?

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Research direction

Start by searching the repository for the Publications table definition and all references to that name. Clarify whether the requested change is only a schema rename or also requires updating dependent references and preserving existing data. Done means the agreed name is used consistently and the database template remains valid.

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Assessment

Domain
database
Issue type
Refactor
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Quiet
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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