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Objects Storage

Overview​

Objects Storage is a database designed to store data that represent non-time-series data, such as metadata.

See the Object structure below:

  • ID: A unique identifier for the object.
  • Name: A human-readable name or label for the object.
  • Value: A custom value field
  • Updated At: A timestamp indicating the last time the object was modified.
  • Created At: A timestamp indicating when the object was initially created.
{
  "id": "12345",
  "name": "pin_state",
  "value": {
    "x": 0.1,
    "y": 0.1
  },
  "updated_at": "2023-10-15T14:30:00Z",
  "created_at": "2023-10-01T09:15:00Z"
}
tip

Valeiot Objects follow a specific structure (presented above) that must be followed to ensure they can be stored in the Objects Storage. To learn more about the Object structure, read the section Valeiot Object.

To access the Objects Storage, select the Datasource you wish to view and locate the table under the Objects tab. console-objects

Key Characteristics​

  • Can be updated, modified or deleted after creation, making them ideal for storing dynamic or editable information.
  • Persist indefinitely unless explicitly deleted.

Use Cases​

  • Storing device metadata (e.g., configuration settings, descriptions, thresholds, alert conditions, logs).
  • Managing user-defined data that requires frequent updates.
  • Archiving information for compliance or auditing purposes.
  • Store states which should persist indefinitely.