A semantic layer is a virtual data model that sits between raw data and business users, translating complex data structures into familiar business terms. It simplifies access to data by enabling users to query using standardized, intuitive concepts, like “Customer,” “Revenue,” or “Order”, instead of dealing with intricate tables, joins, or technical schemas.
Timbr takes the semantic layer further by using an ontology-based approach, organizing data as a connected graph of concepts and relationships. This makes it easy to define, manage, and reuse data logic, enabling consistent metrics, faster modeling, and effortless integration with BI tools and SQL-based analytics, no need to learn new languages or frameworks.
