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Link-based classification

Link-based classification is an organizational strategy that prioritizes connections over traditional hierarchical containers for managing information.^[600-developer__tools__obsidian__obsidian-data-classification.md]

Core Principles

This method advocates for using links (references between notes) to categorize and organize content, rather than relying heavily on folders.^[600-developer__tools__obsidian__obsidian-data-classification.md] By reducing the dependence on strict directory structures, the system allows for more flexible and dynamic associations between pieces of information.^[600-developer__tools__obsidian__obsidian-data-classification.md]

Key Mechanisms

To enhance the utility and discoverability of notes, this classification approach utilizes several interconnected features:^[600-developer__tools__obsidian__obsidian__data-classification.md]

  • Tags: Metadata markers used to assign categories or attributes to specific notes.
  • Graph View: A visual representation of the network formed by notes and their connections.
  • Backlinks: A list of incoming references to the current note, revealing its context within the larger knowledge base.

Sources

^[600-developer__tools__obsidian__obsidian-data-classification.md]