Template

Definition:
Templates are the foundational elements used to create devices on the platform. Every device is derived from a template, inheriting its content and settings. This structure ensures consistency and simplifies the management and updating of multiple devices.

Purpose:

• Device Creation: Devices cannot be created without a template, as templates define the initial structure, content, and configuration of devices.
• Centralized Updates: Changes made to a template can be synchronized across all devices derived from it, saving time and ensuring consistency.

Key Characteristics:

Content Inheritance and Synchronization:
Devices inherit most of their settings and content from the template they are based on, ensuring consistency across devices derived from the same template.

• Automatic Updates: Changes made to the template are automatically synchronized with all associated devices, simplifying updates and maintenance.
• Customization Flexibility: Specific attributes at the device level can override inherited content, allowing for unique configurations when necessary or disabling synchronization for individual attributes.

Example Use Case:

• You want to add different types of coffee machines to the platform:
  1. Create a Template: Define one template for each specific type of machine, e.g.:
     • Espresso machine
     • French press
     • Portafilter machine
  2. Derive Devices: Derive as many devices as needed from each template, e.g.:
     • 20x Espresso machines
     • 100x French presses
     • 30x Portafilter machines

Further Reading:
To learn more about how to fill your template with content and what settings are available, please refer to the "Templates" section (articles).