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Data & Analytics · Intermediate

Galaxy Schema

A model with multiple fact tables that share conformed dimension tables; also called a fact constellation.

Definition

Galaxy schemas arise naturally when several business processes, such as sales and inventory, are modeled at different grains but analyzed with common dimensions such as Date and Product.

Exam tip

Several fact tables sharing dimensions = galaxy schema or fact constellation.

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