Record type vs Data store entity

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what is the difference between Record type and Data Store entity, I am having a really hard time understanding the difference between them, and when to use each one , a real-world examples would be great

Soma · Accepted Answer

I am not sure what you mean, but 
 "Data Store" is similar to "Database" 
 "Data Store Entity" is similar to "Table in the Database"

Prasanta Paul · Answer

Data stores allow you to insert, update, query, and delete data in the format needed by your applications without writing structured queries (SQL). 
 A record type is a design object that allows you to structure and model your enterprise data so you can easily build data-centric applications. 
 About Record Types - Appian 24.3 
 Data Store Object - Appian 24.3 
 For your better understanding you can go through with that.

Soma · Answer

Record Types are for presenting data to users in an Appian application, whereas Data Store Entities represent database tables used to manage the underlying data.

Record Type 
 Data Store Entity

Purpose 
 
 Displaying and interacting with business data in a user friendly way 
 
 Representation of database table within Appian

Source of data 
 Database, Process, Salesforce, Web Service 
 Database only

Relationships 
 Records can be linked with other record, allowing easy navigation 
 Does not support linking, specific to one table

Both record type and data store entity supports CRUD operations. But record type provides more features, ease of configuration, ease of development than data store entity which requires considerable knowledge on database concepts 
 It is recommended to start moving towards record types than traditional CDT approach to utilize the full potential of data fabrics.

Soma · Answer

Yeah, database tables or views which are mapped in Appian specific format, so that we can work on it inside the application.

Record type vs Data store entity

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