[epic] Get Rid Of Type Params Related To Validation

Mar 10, 2025 by ADMIN 52 views

Overview

In the context of the Isograph data model, type parameters related to validation can be a significant source of complexity. These parameters are often used to ensure that data conforms to specific rules and constraints. However, they can also lead to a two-step process, where data is first created in an unvalidated state and then processed to add validation. This can be inefficient and error-prone. In this epic, we will explore how to eliminate type params related to validation and create a more streamlined and efficient process.

The Current State

Currently, when creating Isograph literals, we first create all selectables (i.e., fields and pointers) with no selection sets. This is followed by a separate process to add selection sets to these selectables. This two-step process can lead to issues with validation, as the selection sets are not created in a validated state. This can result in errors and inconsistencies in the data.

The Proposed Solution

To eliminate type params related to validation, we propose a new approach. Instead of creating selectables with no selection sets, we will create them with selection sets that are validated from the start. This means that the selection sets will be created in a validated state, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.

Benefits of the Proposed Solution

The proposed solution offers several benefits, including:

Improved Efficiency: By creating selection sets in a validated state, we can eliminate the need for a separate validation process, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced errors.
Simplified Code: The proposed solution simplifies the code by eliminating the need for complex type params and validation logic.
Enhanced Data Integrity: By creating selection sets in a validated state, we can ensure that the data is accurate and consistent, reducing the risk of errors and inconsistencies.

Implementation Details

To implement the proposed solution, we will need to make the following changes:

Modify the Isograph data model: We will need to modify the Isograph data model to support the creation of selectables with validated selection sets.
Update the code: We will need to update the code to create selectables with validated selection sets, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.
Test and validate: We will need to test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

Example Use Case

To illustrate the proposed solution, let's consider an example use case. Suppose we have a data model that represents a customer with fields for name, address, and phone number. We want to create a selection set that includes only the name and address fields. Using the proposed solution, we can create the selection set in a validated state, ensuring that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

// Create a selectable with validated selection sets
Selectable selectable = new Selectable();
selectable.addField("name");
selectable.addField("address");

// Create a selection set with validated selection sets
SelectionSet selectionSet = new SelectionSet();
selectionSet.addSelectable(selectable);

// Validate the selection set
selectionSet.validate();

Conclusion

In conclusion, the proposed solution offers several benefits, including improved efficiency, simplified code, and enhanced data integrity. By creating selection sets in a validated state, we can eliminate the need for a separate validation process, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced errors. We will need to modify the Isograph data model, update the code, and test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

Future Work

Future work will focus on refining the proposed solution and addressing any issues that may arise during implementation. This may include:

Refining the Isograph data model: We will need to refine the Isograph data model to support the creation of selectables with validated selection sets.
Updating the code: We will need to update the code to create selectables with validated selection sets, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.
Testing and validation: We will need to test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

References

Isograph Data Model Docs

Appendix

The following appendix provides additional information on the proposed solution, including:

Implementation details: This section provides additional information on the implementation details of the proposed solution.
Example use cases: This section provides additional example use cases to illustrate the proposed solution.
Future work: This section provides additional information on future work, including refining the Isograph data model, updating the code, and testing and validation.
Q&A: Get Rid of Type Params Related to Validation =====================================================

Q: What is the current state of type params related to validation in the Isograph data model?

A: Currently, when creating Isograph literals, we first create all selectables (i.e., fields and pointers) with no selection sets. This is followed by a separate process to add selection sets to these selectables. This two-step process can lead to issues with validation, as the selection sets are not created in a validated state.

Q: What is the proposed solution to eliminate type params related to validation?

A: The proposed solution is to create selectables with selection sets that are validated from the start. This means that the selection sets will be created in a validated state, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.

Q: What are the benefits of the proposed solution?

A: The proposed solution offers several benefits, including:

Improved Efficiency: By creating selection sets in a validated state, we can eliminate the need for a separate validation process, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced errors.
Simplified Code: The proposed solution simplifies the code by eliminating the need for complex type params and validation logic.
Enhanced Data Integrity: By creating selection sets in a validated state, we can ensure that the data is accurate and consistent, reducing the risk of errors and inconsistencies.

Q: How will the proposed solution be implemented?

A: To implement the proposed solution, we will need to make the following changes:

Modify the Isograph data model: We will need to modify the Isograph data model to support the creation of selectables with validated selection sets.
Update the code: We will need to update the code to create selectables with validated selection sets, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.
Test and validate: We will need to test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

Q: What are the example use cases for the proposed solution?

A: To illustrate the proposed solution, let's consider an example use case. Suppose we have a data model that represents a customer with fields for name, address, and phone number. We want to create a selection set that includes only the name and address fields. Using the proposed solution, we can create the selection set in a validated state, ensuring that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

// Create a selectable with validated selection sets
Selectable selectable = new Selectable();
selectable.addField("name");
selectable.addField("address");

// Create a selection set with validated selection sets
SelectionSet selectionSet = new SelectionSet();
selectionSet.addSelectable(selectable);

// Validate the selection set
selectionSet.validate();

Q: What is the future work for the proposed solution?

A: Future work will focus on refining the proposed solution and addressing any issues that may arise during implementation. This may include:

Refining the Isograph data model: We will need to refine the Isograph data model to support the creation of selectables with validated selection sets.
Updating the code: We will need to update the code to create selectables with validated selection sets, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.
Testing and validation: We will need to test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

Q: Where can I find more information on the Isograph data model?

A: You can find more information on the Isograph data model in the Isograph Data Model Docs.

Q: What are the next steps for implementing the proposed solution?

A: The next steps for implementing the proposed solution are:

Modify the Isograph data model: We will need to modify the Isograph data model to support the creation of selectables with validated selection sets.
Update the code: We will need to update the code to create selectables with validated selection sets, eliminating the need for a separate validation process.
Test and validate: We will need to test and validate the new implementation to ensure that it meets the required standards and is free from errors.

Q: Who should I contact for more information on the proposed solution?

A: You can contact the Isograph development team for more information on the proposed solution.