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Ed-Fi Extension Framework

The Ed-Fi Data Standard and related technologies can be extended to add new entities and elements. The set of standard extensions are codified in the Ed-Fi Extension Framework, documented herein.

Framework Implementation​

The Ed-Fi Extension Framework is implemented via the MetaEd IDE, and the Ed-Fi Extensions Framework Guide in each product that supports data model extensions.

Extension Framework Categories​

The Ed-Fi Extension Framework defines two categories of extension:

  • Supported Extensions. Extensions to the Ed-Fi data model are only allowed if specifically enumerated in the Extension Framework.
    • Extensions in this category generally have implementation and documentation support in Ed-Fi technology such as the Ed-Fi ODS / API.
    • Supported extensions are documented here.
  • Unsupported Extensions. Extensions not in the Extension Framework are not allowed. The documentation attempts to enumerate the most common of those.