This documentation contains conceptual and how-to information for analysts and technical personnel using the Ed-Fi Sample Data Generator. The Sample Data Generator has many features that can be initiated and configured via configuration.

The Ed-Fi Alliance provides access to the Sample Data Generator source code. This documentation covers features that can be done without modifying source code. Developers wishing to code customizations or extensions to the Sample Data Generator can view guidance in the Sample Data Generator Developers' Guide.

Audience

This documentation is for technical professionals who work with educational data systems, primarily software developers, system integrators, and technical data analysts. 

Prerequisites

To gain the most benefit from this information, the reader should already be familiar with the following knowledge areas: