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Overview

This section introduces the fundamental concepts needed to understand and implement metadata for Metaverse assets. Each subsection builds upon the previous ones to provide a comprehensive understanding of how metadata works in the Metaverse context.

Core Topics​

Fundamentals​

Learn the essential building blocks of Metaverse metadata, including:

  • Schema.org foundations
  • JSON-LD structure
  • Required contexts
  • Basic metadata patterns

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Types of Things​

Understand the different Schema.org types used in MVMD:

  • Core types for digital assets
  • Media object types
  • Virtual and physical locations
  • Applications and documents

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Composition​

Explore how different assets can be combined and related:

  • Component relationships
  • Asset hierarchies
  • Content embedding
  • Resource management

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References​

Learn how to create and manage references between assets:

  • Direct references
  • Structured references
  • Alternative versions
  • Media relationships

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URLs vs Embedding​

Understand when to reference external content versus embedding it directly:

  • URL-based references
  • Embedded content
  • Mixed approaches
  • Best practices

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Getting Started​

Begin with the Fundamentals section to establish a solid foundation, then progress through the other topics in order. Each concept builds upon previous ones to create a complete understanding of Metaverse metadata implementation.