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= Template:Infobox Technology =


== Overview ==
The '''Infobox Technology''' is a standardized [[MediaWiki]] template designed to provide a consistent and structured way of presenting technical information about various technological entities, devices, and innovations. This template serves as a crucial tool for organizing and displaying key details about technological subjects in a uniform and easily digestible format.


== Structure and Parameters ==
<includeonly>
The template typically includes several key parameters to comprehensively describe a technological item:
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! Parameter !! Description !! Type !! Required !! Default
|-
| Name || Primary identifier of the technology || Text || Yes || N/A
|-
| Image || Visual representation of the technology || File upload || No || None
|-
| Developer || Organization or individual creator || Text || No || Unknown
|-
| Release Date || Initial introduction date || Date || No || Unspecified
|-
| Type || Technological classification || Text || No || Undefined
|-
| Purpose || Primary function or intended use || Text || No || Not provided
|-
| Specifications || Detailed technical characteristics || Text || No || N/A
|-
| Performance Metrics || Quantifiable performance indicators || Text || No || Not measured
|}
</includeonly>


=== Primary Parameters ===
<noinclude>
* '''Name''': The primary name of the technology
== Usage Instructions ==
* '''Image''': An illustrative image representing the technology
=== Basic Example ===
* '''Caption''': Description of the image
<pre>
* '''Developer''': Organization or individual who created the technology
* '''Release Date''': Initial date of introduction or release
* '''Type''': Classification of the technological item
 
=== Technical Details ===
* '''Specifications''': Technical specifications and key characteristics
* '''Purpose''': Primary function or intended use
* '''Performance Metrics''': Quantifiable performance indicators
 
== Usage in Wiki Documentation ==
The template is widely used across technology-related [[Wiki]] articles to provide:
* Consistent information presentation
* Quick reference for key details
* Standardized formatting across different technological entries
 
== Example Implementation ==
<code>
{{Infobox Technology
{{Infobox Technology
| Name = Quantum Computer
| Name = Quantum Computer
| Image = quantum_computer.jpg
| Image = quantum_computer.jpg
| Developer = [[IBM]]
| Developer = IBM
| Release Date = 2019
| Release Date = 2019
| Type = Computing Device
| Type = Computing Device
| Purpose = Advanced computational processing
| Specifications = Quantum bit (qubit) based computation
| Performance Metrics = Quantum supremacy benchmark
}}
</pre>
=== Advanced Example ===
<pre>
{{Infobox Technology
| Name = Neural Network Processor
| Image = neural_chip.png
| Developer = Google AI
| Release Date = 2022
| Type = Artificial Intelligence Hardware
| Purpose = Machine learning acceleration
| Specifications = 1000+ tensor processing cores
| Performance Metrics = 100 TOPS (trillion operations per second)
}}
}}
</code>
</pre>


== Best Practices ==
== Best Practices ==
* Use clear, concise language
* Provide clear, concise information
* Include verifiable references
* Use verifiable sources for technical details
* Ensure all parameters are accurately filled
* Include high-quality, relevant images
* Use consistent formatting
* Ensure all entered data is accurate and up-to-date
* Avoid marketing language or promotional content
* Use standardized units of measurement
* Include context for specialized technical terms
 
== Technical Considerations ==
* Template supports optional parameters
* Allows flexible documentation of various technological innovations
* Designed for consistency across different technology-related articles
* Compatible with responsive design and mobile viewing
* Supports internationalization and localization
 
== Potential Extensions ==
* Add optional parameters for:
** Patent information
** Licensing details
** Compatibility specifications
** Environmental impact
** Cost and market information


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[MediaWiki Templates]]
* [[MediaWiki Templates]]
* [[Information Design]]
* [[Technical Documentation]]
* [[Technical Documentation]]
* [[Infobox Design]]
* [[Technology Classification]]


== References ==
== References ==
<ref>MediaWiki Template Guidelines</ref>
<references />
<ref>Wiki Information Presentation Standards</ref>


[[Category:MediaWiki Templates]]
[[Category:MediaWiki Templates]]
[[Category:Technical Documentation]]
[[Category:Technical Documentation]]
[[Category:Information Design]]
[[Category:Technology Templates]]
[[Category:Documentation Standards]]
</noinclude>

Latest revision as of 04:06, 8 December 2024



Usage Instructions

Basic Example

{{Infobox Technology
| Name = Quantum Computer
| Image = quantum_computer.jpg
| Developer = IBM
| Release Date = 2019
| Type = Computing Device
| Purpose = Advanced computational processing
| Specifications = Quantum bit (qubit) based computation
| Performance Metrics = Quantum supremacy benchmark
}}

Advanced Example

{{Infobox Technology
| Name = Neural Network Processor
| Image = neural_chip.png
| Developer = Google AI
| Release Date = 2022
| Type = Artificial Intelligence Hardware
| Purpose = Machine learning acceleration
| Specifications = 1000+ tensor processing cores
| Performance Metrics = 100 TOPS (trillion operations per second)
}}

Best Practices

  • Provide clear, concise information
  • Use verifiable sources for technical details
  • Include high-quality, relevant images
  • Ensure all entered data is accurate and up-to-date
  • Avoid marketing language or promotional content
  • Use standardized units of measurement
  • Include context for specialized technical terms

Technical Considerations

  • Template supports optional parameters
  • Allows flexible documentation of various technological innovations
  • Designed for consistency across different technology-related articles
  • Compatible with responsive design and mobile viewing
  • Supports internationalization and localization

Potential Extensions

  • Add optional parameters for:
    • Patent information
    • Licensing details
    • Compatibility specifications
    • Environmental impact
    • Cost and market information

See Also

References


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