Data is a collection of facts, such as numbers, words, measurements, observations or just descriptions of things. But data comes in many types, formats and sizes. Understanding what data you will be collecting or working with in a project is important for planning for the management of that data throughout a project.
Use the [**Data Types Cheatsheet**][1] determine the types, formats and sizes of data you are working with, and what management considerations you need to make for throughout your project and the long-term.
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[1]: https://osf.io/hxps8/