User-Based Fields in SomaDB

User-based fields track user information and activity, enabling collaboration features and audit trails. These fields are essential for team-based workflows and user management.

User-Based Field Types

User

• Use Case: Assignees, owners, team members
• Features: User selection and display
• Validation: Valid user selection

Created By

• Use Case: Record creation tracking
• Features: Automatic user assignment on creation
• Validation: System-generated user assignment

Last Modified By

• Use Case: Change tracking, audit trails
• Features: Automatic user assignment on updates
• Validation: System-generated user assignment

Key Features

• User Selection: Choose from workspace users
• Automatic Assignment: System-generated user tracking
• User Display: Show user names and avatars
• Permission Integration: Respect user permissions

Best Practices

• Use user fields for collaboration
• Use system fields for audit trails
• Consider user permissions
• Plan for user management
• Document user field usage

Next Steps

Explore each user-based field type to learn more about their specific features and use cases.