Knowledge Skill Templates
To create a knowledge skill, you upload your data to one or more of the provided data templates. To help you select the correct template for your skill and gather the requirements for that template, review the following template information.
For general information about knowledge skills, see Knowledge Skill Overview.
- General requirements
- Template-specific requirements
- Glossary
- How To
- People Directory
- People Directory template fields
- person_unique_id
- full_name
- first_name
- last_name
- alternate_names
- user_name
- description
- start_date
- end_date
- tenure
- seniority
- contact_information
- phone_number
- phone_extension
- cell_number
- pager_description
- pager_number
- manager_email
- manager_phone_number
- assistant_email
- assistant_phone_number
- location_description
- continent
- country
- state
- city
- zipcode
- campus
- building
- floor
- room
- seat
- address
- role_description
- status
- job_type
- job_title
- job_category
- team
- department
- organization
- specialty
- vacation_day_balance
- manager_name
- manager_unique_id
- assistant_name
- assistant_unique_id
- direct_report_names
- direct_report_unique_ids
- number_of_direct_reports
- number_of_indirect_reports
- date_of_birth
- education_description
- role
- People Directory template fields
- Company Locations
- Property Information
- Products
- Inventory
- Events
- Menus
- Menu Items
- Points of Interest
- Projects
- Policies
- Related topics
General requirements
The following requirements apply to all templates:
- Save your file in comma-separated values (CSV) format.
- Include the required name columns.
- Don't include spaces in the CSV column headers. Instead, use underscores ("_").
- Don't include capital letters in the CSV column headers.
- Be consistent in the way you refer to the same item. For example, if two users in a People Directory are from the United States, don't set the "country" field to "United States" for one user and "USA" for another user.
Although not required, you can also make the following adjustments:
- Remove unneeded columns.
- Reorder columns.
Template-specific requirements
In addition to the general requirements listed previously, your data must meet the following requirements for the specific template that you use:
- Glossary
- How To
- People Directory
- Company Locations
- Property Information
- Products
- Inventory
- Events
- Menus
- Menu Items
- Points of Interest
- Projects
- Policies
Glossary
You use the Glossary template to provide term-definition pairs so that users can ask your skill to define terms.
The following table contains key information about the Glossary template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Name for invocation and answer |
|
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
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Example questions |
"Define leadership principles." |
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Template ID |
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Glossary template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Glossary template:
- term (Required)
- alternate_names
- definition (Required)
term
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
bar raiser leadership principles |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
b.r.^br amazon
l.p.^amazon l.p.s^amazon leadership principles^l.p.^l.p.s^lp^lps^amazon lps |
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definition
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
An interviewer at Amazon who is brought into hiring loops to be an objective third party. By bringing in somebody who's not associated with the team, the best long-term hiring decisions are made to ensure the company is always serving, surprising, and innovating for customers. The role of the Bar Raiser is to be a steward of Amazon's 14 Leadership Principles.
A set of standards ingrained in Amazon's culture. There are fourteen, including: Customer Obsession, Ownership, Invent and Simplify, Are Right, A Lot, Learn and Be Curious, Hire and Develop the Best, Insist on the Highest Standards, Think Big, Bias for Action, Frugality, Earn Trust, Dive Deep, Have Backbone; Disagree and Commit, and Deliver Results. |
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How To
You use the How To template to provide instructions for actions.
The following table contains key information about the How To template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
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Example questions |
"How can I log on to the WiFi?" |
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Template ID |
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How To template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the How To template:
- action_name (Required)
- alternate_names
- instructions (Required)
action_name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Log on to the WiFi
book a conference room |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | log on to the internet^sign on to the WiFi^sign on the internet^get online^sign online^log on to the web^get on the web^access the internet^get on the WiFi^get on the internet^ reserve a room^book a room^reserve a conference room^book a meeting room^reserve a meeting room^book a meeting^reserve a meeting^ |
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instructions
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | To sign on to the WiFi, choose the network NETWORK and enter the password PASSWORD.
To reserve a meeting room, visit meetings.corporation.example.com while on the corporate WiFi network. |
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People Directory
You use the People Directory template to provide attributes about employees.
The following table contains key information about the People Directory template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
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Example questions |
"How many employees are in North America?" |
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Template ID |
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People Directory template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the People Directory template:
- person_unique_id (Required)
- full_name (Required)
- first_name
- last_name
- alternate_names
- user_name
- description
- start_date
- end_date
- tenure
- seniority
- contact_information
- phone_number
- phone_extension
- cell_number
- pager_description
- pager_number
- manager_email
- manager_phone_number
- assistant_email
- assistant_phone_number
- location_description
- continent
- country
- state
- city
- zipcode
- campus
- building
- floor
- room
- seat
- address
- role_description
- status
- job_type
- job_title
- job_category
- team
- department
- organization
- specialty
- vacation_day_balance
- manager_name
- manager_unique_id
- assistant_name
- assistant_unique_id
- direct_report_names
- direct_report_unique_ids
- number_of_direct_reports
- number_of_indirect_reports
- date_of_birth
- education_description
- role
person_unique_id
Required. Each value must be unique.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 12345 54321 |
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full_name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Megan Manager Sam Subordinate |
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first_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 75 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Megan Sam |
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last_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 75 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Manager Subordinate |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | Meg Manager Samuel Subordinate^Sammy Subordinate |
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user_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | managerm subordinates |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Megan Manager is the founder and CEO of XYZ Corp. She has been with XYZ Corp. since September 2015. Her extension is 4566. Sam Subordinate is an Operations Analyst. He has been with XYZ Corp. since October 2015. His extension is 4568. |
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start_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS |
| Example Values | 2015-09-15 2015-10-15 00:00:00 |
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end_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS |
| Example Values | 2019-09-15 2019-10-15 00:00:00 |
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tenure
Optional.
| Data Type | Integer |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Units are days. Decimal values are not accepted. |
| Example Values | 1115 2085 |
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seniority
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | executive non-executive |
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contact_information
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | You can reach Megan Manager by contacting her assistant, Alex Assistant. Alex Assistant is available via phone at (123)555-4567 and via email at
assistanta@example.com. Sam Subordinate is currently out of the office. For urgent messages, please call or email Jane Junior. |
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Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | managerm@example.com subordinates@example.com |
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phone_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)555-1230 123-555-1232 |
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phone_extension
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 25 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 4566 ext. 4568 |
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cell_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)555-1230 123-555-1232 |
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pager_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Megan Manager's pager number is (123) 321-6543. Megan's pager email is page-managerm@example.com. Sam Subordinate is currently out of the office. For urgent issues, please page Jane Junior. |
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pager_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)789-1230 123-789-1232 |
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manager_email
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | managerm@example.com managerm@example.com |
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manager_phone_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)789-1230 123-789-1232 |
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assistant_email
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | assistanta@example.com assistant@example.com |
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assistant_phone_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)789-1230 123-789-1232 |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Megan Manager is located on the seventh floor of the Headquarters building. Sam Subordinate sits in seat 3 on the seventh floor of the Headquarters building in New York. |
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continent
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 25 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | North America |
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country
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | United States |
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state
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | California |
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city
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Santa Barbara |
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zipcode
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 10019 |
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campus
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | east campus west campus |
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building
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | headquarters California branch |
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floor
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | No unit is included, so use your preferred units in your data. |
| Example Values | ground floor second floor |
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room
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Because we have not added a unit, use your preferred units in your data. |
| Example Values | 6A engineering pod |
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seat
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 25 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | one three |
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address
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 123 7th Avenue 123 Operations Way |
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role_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Megan Manager is the founder and CEO of XYZ Corp. Megan is on the Leadership team and is the company's only manager. Sam Subordinate is a full-time Operations Analyst. |
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status
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | full-time part-time |
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job_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | manager Individual contributor |
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job_title
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Founder and CEO Operations Analyst |
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job_category
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Executive Analyst |
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team
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Leadership Operations |
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department
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Senior Management Team Engineering |
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organization
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Example Corp. Legal |
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specialty
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. |
| Example Values | databases^analytics marketing^account management |
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vacation_day_balance
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 99,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Units are days. Decimal values are permitted. |
| Example Values | 10 3.5 |
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manager_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Megan Manager |
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manager_unique_id
Optional. However, if present, the value must match a person_unique_id value.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 12345 |
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assistant_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Alex Assistant |
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assistant_unique_id
Optional. However, if present, the value must match a person_unique_id value.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 56789 |
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direct_report_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | Alex Assistant^Sam Subordinate^Jane Junior New Nancy |
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direct_report_unique_ids
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | 56789^54321^98765 65734 |
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number_of_direct_reports
Optional.
| Data Type | Integer |
| Max Length/Value | 4,294,967,295 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Units are employees. Decimal values are not permitted. |
| Example Values | 3 1 |
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number_of_indirect_reports
Optional.
| Data Type | Integer |
| Max Length/Value | 4,294,967,295 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Units are employees. Decimal values are not permitted. |
| Example Values | 4 1 |
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date_of_birth
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS. |
| Example Values | 9/25/1978 12/28/1987 |
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education_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Megan Manager received her B.A. from the University of Delaware and her M.B.A. from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. |
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role
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | Executive Assistant^ Software Developer^Software Development Engineer^ |
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Company Locations
You use the Company Locations template to provide the location and contact information for company buildings.
The following table contains key information about the Company Locations template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"What is the zipcode of Call Center One?" |
|
Template ID |
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Company Locations template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Company Locations template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- building_categories
- building_type
- city
- contact_information
- country
- description
- fax_number
- location_description
- phone_number
- state
- zipcode
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | N/A |
| Notes | Each value must be unique. |
| Example Values |
Headquarters Warehouse One |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
HQ^ Fulfillment Center^ |
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building_categories
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
corporate^ distribution^ |
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building_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
corporate office distribution center^distribution facility |
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city
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Seattle Bellevue |
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contact_information
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | To contact the reception of the Headquarters, call (123) 555-0100.
To contact the reception of the Warehouse, call (123) 555-0101. |
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country
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | the United States |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values |
The Headquarters is the largest AnyCompany location and is home to 300 employees. Teams that work here include Engineering, Product, Sales, and Operations.
Warehouse One is the largest distribution center and is home to 1000 Operations employees. |
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fax_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123) 555-0199 (123) 555-0198 |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | Headquarters is located at 123 Main Street in Any Town, Washington. Warehouse One is located at 123 Any Street in Any Town, Washington. |
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phone_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123) 555-0100 (123) 555-0101 |
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state
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Washington California |
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zipcode
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 98121 98402 |
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Property Information
You use the Property Information template to provide information, such as the location and contact information, of a property.
The following table contains key information about the Property Information template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"What are the front desk's business hours?" |
|
Template ID |
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Property Information template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Property Information template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- building
- business_hours
- check_out_time
- contact_information
- description
- directions
- phone_number
- fax_number
- address
- floor
- location_description
- wifi_instructions
- wifi_network
- wifi_password
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Each value must be unique. |
| Example Values |
the pool room 301 |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
drink^alcohol exercise^workout^yoga^run |
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building
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
the hotel california the cottages |
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business_hours
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Each value must be unique. |
| Example Values |
open 24/7 open weekdays 6am to 10pm |
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check_out_time
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values |
The standard checkout time for all rooms is 10am. To request a late check out, call the front desk at extension 0-1-2.
Checkout time is 10am. |
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contact_information
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values |
To make a reservation or order room service, call 5-6-7. To call the concierge, dial 0-1-2 or email them at front_desk@hotelcalifornia.example.com. |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values |
The front desk is available to assist you 24/7. If you have any questions or need assistance, dial 0-1-2. Room 30 offers numerous conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, free WiFi, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, premium bedding, coffee/tea makers, and free newspapers. |
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directions
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values |
To get to the front desk, take the elevator to the lobby and walk to the main entrance. Bathrooms can be found on every floor next to the elevator. |
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Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | front_desk@example.com workout_center@example.com |
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phone_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123)555-1230 123-555-1232 |
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fax_number
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Standard telephone number formats |
| Example Values | (123) 555-0199 (123) 555-0198 |
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address
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 123 7th Avenue 123 Operations Way |
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floor
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 50 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | No unit is included, so use your preferred units in your data. |
| Example Values | the 2nd floor the roof |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | The restaurant is located in the lobby, next to the bar. Ice machines can be found on every floor next to the elevator. |
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wifi_instructions
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field supports custom, free-text input. Whatever you input in the cell is exactly how Alexa will respond when end-users query this field. |
| Example Values | To connect to the WiFi, use the network 'building-guest' and enter the password 'buildingguest,' with no spaces or capital letters.
Use the network 'anycompany' and enter the password 'anycompanypw,' with no spaces or capital letters. |
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wifi_network
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | building-guest anycompany |
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wifi_password
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 100 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 'buildingguest', with no spaces or capital letters anycompany, with no spaces or capital letters |
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Products
You use the Products template to help users answer questions, such as locations and prices, about products.
The following table contains key information about the Products template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Name for invocation and answer |
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
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Example questions |
"What product was released most recently?" |
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Template ID |
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Products template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Products template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- description
- features
- shelf
- status
- product_categories
- location_description
- release_date
- rating
- brand
- price
- floor
- aisle
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Midnight Moon Vegan Cheese Alternative Atlantic Salmon |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
Midnight Moon Vegan Cheese Atlantic Salmon^Farm-Raised Salmon^Farm Salmon |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Who needs cheese when you have Midnight Moon's vegan cheese alternative? It takes just like the real thing - but vegan! Our Atlantic Salmon has a mild flavor. It has a medium-to-firm texture with large flakes. |
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features
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
organic^vegan farm raised^healthy |
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shelf
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
top shelf middle shelf |
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status
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
in-stock^discounted in-stock |
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product_categories
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
dairy^cheese^snack fish^seafood^salmon |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
The Midnight Moon Vegan Cheese Alternative is located in aisle twelve. You can find all seafood at the counter behind aisle one. |
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release_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS |
| Example Values | 2015-09-15 2015-10-15 00:00:00 |
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rating
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
3.7 4 |
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brand
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Midnight Moon Fresh Fish |
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price
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 9,999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | U.S. dollars No currency symbol, such as "$." Can use decimals. |
| Example Values |
20 4.50 |
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floor
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
first floor |
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aisle
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
aisle 12 aisle 1 |
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Inventory
You use the Inventory template to provide information, such as the location and description, about items.
The following table contains key information about the Inventory template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Name for invocation and answer |
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
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Example questions |
"How many items are in the cabinet?" |
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Template ID |
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Inventory template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Inventory template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- associated_task
- item_categories
- description
- features
- instructions
- room
- shelf
- storage_area
- location_description
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
printer paper power strips |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
printing paper^white paper electrical socket^plugs |
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associated_task
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
printing battery charging^re-charging |
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item_categories
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
paper^copy paper outlet^wall charger |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
The office has printer paper that is 8.5'' by 11''. The office has power strips with 6-outlets and can be used when you need more power receptacles than are available. These power strips offer surge protection. |
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features
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
print^printer electrical |
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instructions
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
To re-stock the printer paper, open the paper tray door. Pull out the paper tray and load a stack of plain paper into the tray. The power strips can be plugged into any wall socket. Make sure that the cord is not in a position where people can easily trip over it. |
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room
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
the supply room the storage room |
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shelf
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
the green shelf the blue shelf |
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storage_area
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 150 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
the cabinet the orange bin |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
The printer paper is located on the green shelf in the cabinet in the supply room. Reach out to IT if the office is out of stock. The power strips are located in the orange bin on the blue shelf in the storage room. Reach out to IT if you have trouble finding it. |
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Events
You use the Events template to provide the time, location, and other information about events.
The following table contains key information about the Events template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Events name for invocation |
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Alternate names for invocation |
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Name for answer |
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Example questions |
"What is the earliest event?" |
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Template ID |
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Events template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Events template:
- name (Required)
- name_for_answer
- alternate_names
- description
- event_categories
- event_type
- start_date
- end_date
- location_description
- venue
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field is used to provide answers about a particular row. For example, for an utterance about start_date, a user could ask, "When is {name}?". The values in the name and alternate_names columns should be unique to a row and not conflict with name and alternate_name values for any other row in the template. This helps your knowledge skill determine which row to select when answering.If you'd like to have multiple rows share invocation names or phrases, see Knowledge Skill Case Study: University. |
| Example Values |
the Holiday Party the Team Offsite |
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name_for_answer
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field is used to refer to a row in Alexa's answer about a particular row. For example, for an utterance about start_date, a sample answer might be, "{name_for_answer} started on October 23, 2021 at 2:00 am and it ended on October 23, 2021 at 6:00 pm." Unless the first letter of the answer name should always be capitalized, you can leave it lower case. When displaying answers on Alexa devices with screens, knowledge skills automatically capitalize the answer name if it is the first letter of a sentence.
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| Example Values |
the Holiday Party the Team Offsite |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | Christmas Party^Holiday Party^Office Holiday Party^Office Christmas Party Off site^Team Off-site^Off-site^Team Off Site^Q1 Team Offsite |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Join us for our upcoming Holiday Party on December 21st, 2020! There will be free fruit punch and pie. Our upcoming quarterly off-site is from January 8th to January 9th and will involve a review of team goals for the year 2021. |
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event_categories
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
celebratory offsite^off-site^off site |
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event_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
Office Party Offsite^Off site^Team Event |
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start_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: MM-DD-YY H:MM, MM-DD-YYYY H:MM, MM-DD-YY, or MM-DD-YYYY. The default time zone is UTC. |
| Example Values | 12/21/2020 19:00
1/8/2021 09:00 |
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end_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: MM-DD-YY H:MM, MM-DD-YYYY H:MM, MM-DD-YY, or MM-DD-YYYY. The default time zone is UTC. |
| Example Values | 12/22/2020 1/9/2021 17:00 |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
The 2020 Holiday Party will take place at AnyCompany Headquarters. The next off-site will take place at AnyCompany's Expansion Office. |
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venue
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
AnyCompany Headquarters AnyCompany's Expansion Office |
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Menus
You use the Menus template to provide information about menus, timing, and locations for meals.
The following table contains key information about the Menus template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Menus name for invocation |
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Alternate names for invocation |
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Name for answer |
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Example questions |
"When is the brunch special?" |
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Template ID |
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Menus template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Menus template:
- menu_name (Required)
- menu_name_for_answer
- menu_type (Required)
- alternate_names
- location
- menu_items (Required)
- start_time
- end_time
menu_name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field is used to provide answers about a particular row. For example, for an utterance about start_date, a user could ask, "When is {menu_name}?". |
| Example Values |
AnyCompany Cafeteria Lunch AnyFacility Eatery Dinner |
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menu_name_for_answer
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | This field is used to refer to a row in Alexa's answer about a particular row. For example, for an utterance about menu_items, a sample answer might be, "{menu_name_for_answer} included pesto pasta, turkey burger, and corn dog." Unless the first letter of the answer name should always be capitalized, you can leave it lower case. When displaying answers on Alexa devices with screens, knowledge skills automatically capitalize the answer name if it is the first letter of a sentence.
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| Example Values |
lunch dinner |
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menu_type
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
lunch brunch special |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
brunch^ supper^ |
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location
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
AnyCompany Cafeteria^ AnyFacility Eatery^ |
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menu_items
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
triple chocolate brownie^cobb salad^coffee^ denver omelet^ |
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start_time
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: MM-DD-YY H:MM, MM-DD-YYYY H:MM, MM-DD-YY, or MM-DD-YYYY. The default time zone is UTC. |
| Example Values |
2020-09-23 23:00:00 2020-12-23 11:00:00 |
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end_time
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: MM-DD-YY H:MM, MM-DD-YYYY H:MM, MM-DD-YY, or MM-DD-YYYY. The default time zone is UTC. |
| Example Values |
2020-09-23 14:00:00 2020-12-23 14:00:00 |
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Menu Items
You use the Menu Items template for facts such as ingredients, nutrition information, and pricing for food and drink items.
The following table contains key information about the Menu Items template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
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Name for invocation and answer |
|
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Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"What are the ingredients for the Any Brewery brown ale?" |
|
Template ID |
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Menu Items template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Menu Items template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- description
- item_category
- item_type
- ingredients
- allergens
- dietary_characteristics
- calories
- alcohol_by_volume
- price
- price_description
- location_description
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
triple chocolate brownie Any Eatery penne carbonara |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
brownie^ carbonara^signature carbonara^ |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
The Any Eatery triple chocolate brownie combines white, milk, and dark chocolate into a sweet, rich, and creamy delight. The Any Eatery carbonara is an American twist on the classic Italian carbonara. |
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item_category
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | baked^warm^sweet^ italian^american^ |
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item_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | dessert^ pasta^ |
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ingredients
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | white chocolate chips^dark chocolate chips^milk chocolate^butter^sugar^eggs^vanilla extract^cocoa^salt^ spaghetti^eggs^bacon^parmesean cheese^black pepper^salt^ |
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allergens
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | eggs^milk^ gluten^wheat^milk^eggs^ |
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dietary_characteristics
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list values with the ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | gluten free^nut free^ high sodium^ |
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calories
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 9,999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Decimals are allowed but not required. |
| Example Values | 600 850.5 |
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alcohol_by_volume
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 9,999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Decimals are allowed but not required. |
| Example Values | 8.5 5 |
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price
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 9,999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | U.S. dollars. No currency symbols, such as "$." Decimals are allowed but not required. |
| Example Values | 7 10.50 |
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price_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | The small brownie is $2; the large brownie is $3.50. |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | You can find the carbonara in the first floor cafe, at the west end of the building. |
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Points of Interest
You use the Points of Interest template to provide the location, contact, and activity information about attractions such as museums, stadiums, and restaurants.
The following table contains key information about the Points of Interest template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"What are some points of interests?" |
|
Template ID |
|
Points of Interest template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Points of Interest template:
- name (Required)
- activities
- address
- alternate_names
- city
- cost
- features
- location_description
- location_type
- locations
- operating_hours_description
- price_description
- state
- website
- wifi_instructions
- wifi_network
- wifi_password
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
AnyTeam Stadium AnyMuseum |
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activities
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
tours^fireworks^anysport games^ guided tour^modern art gallery^ |
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address
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
1 East AnyStreet, AnyCity, AnyState, 12345 1 AnyRoad, AnyMunicipality, AnyState, 12345 |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
AnyTeam Stadium^AnyTown Stadium AnyMuseum^AnyTown Museum |
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city
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
AnyCity AnyMunicipality |
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cost
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
At the box office, tours cost $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. Tours booked online are $5 for all guests. For tickets, please visit https://www.anyleague.com/anyteam/tickets or call the box office at 1 (800) 123-4567. AnyMuseum is free to all members of the public. |
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features
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
group^outdoors^ free^wifi^ |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
AnyTeam Stadium is located on Any Street off the AnyState highway. Parking is limited. AnyMuseum is located at the corner of AnyCity Street and AnyStreet Avenue. |
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location_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
stadium^ museum^indoors^ |
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locations
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
AnyLocation^AnyNeighborhood^AnyPrecint^AnyCongressionalDistrict^ AnyTown Arts District^ |
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operating_hours_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Any Stadium is temporarily closed to visitors. Any Museum is open 9AM-5PM Monday through Friday. It is not open on the weekends. |
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price_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Tickets to Any Museum are $20 for adults and $10 for children and seniors. |
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state
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
AnyState |
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website
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 2000 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
https://www.anyleague.com/anyteam/stadium www.anymuseum.com |
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wifi_instructions
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 250 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
To connect to the WiFi, use the network 'museum-public' and enter the password 'AnyMuseum'. |
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wifi_network
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
museum-public |
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wifi_password
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
AnyMuseum |
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Projects
You use the Projects template to track the status, relevant dates, and key participants for a project. This template can also be used for goal tracking.
The following table contains key information about the Projects template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Alternate names for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"Who owns the Mobile Application Launch?" |
|
Template ID |
|
Projects template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Projects template:
- name (Required)
- alternate_names
- description
- owner
- assignee
- stakeholder
- project_type
- start_date
- due_date
- budget
- project_update
- project_status
- project_status_category
- project_tags
- priority
- rank
- location_description
name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Launch Mobile Application Complete Any Company Financial Review |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
app launch^mobile app deployment Any Company diligence^due diligence for Any Company |
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description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
This project tracks the end to end development for Any Company's Mobile Application launch, slated for 2022. The objective of this project is to complete a financial review for Any Company and provide a recommendation to the investment committee. |
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owner
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | Martha Rivera Diego Ramirez^Martha Rivera^ |
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assignee
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Martha Rivera Diego Ramirez |
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stakeholder
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | John Doe^Richard Roe^John Stiles^ Mateo Jackson^ |
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project_type
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | sprint^story^ task^ |
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start_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS |
| Example Values | 9/23/2020 10/23/2020 12:00PM |
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due_date
Optional.
| Data Type | Date |
| Max Length/Value | N/A |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | Accepted formats: YYYY-MM-DD or YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM:SS |
| Example Values | 1/23/2022 2/23/2022 12:00PM |
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budget
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 9,999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | U.S. dollars No currency symbol, such as "$." Can use decimals. |
| Example Values |
50.35 50045 |
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project_update
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Scoping work on the sprint will begin in quarter four. The team divided responsibilities among the analysts and will begin investigating next week. |
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project_status
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
on track blocked |
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project_status_category
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
green red |
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project_tags
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values | operational excellence^ backlog^ |
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priority
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
high low |
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rank
Optional.
| Data Type | Number |
| Max Length/Value | 999,999,999 |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | 1 176 |
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location_description
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 500 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values | Mobile app development is located in Twin Falls, Idaho. The diligence is taking place in the United States and United Kingdom. |
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Policies
You use the Policies template to denote the availability and rules governing an amenity for a user group at a location. For example, "Can guests use the wifi at the student union?", where guests are the user_group, wifi is the amenity_name, and the student union is the location.
Each combination of amenity_name, user_group, and location should be unique. The user_group and location accept multiple values, which you can use for cases where a policy applies to multiple user_groups and locations.
The following table contains key information about the Policies template.
| Information | Value |
|---|---|
|
Name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Alternate name for invocation and answer |
|
|
Example questions |
"Tell me about wifi for guests at the student union." |
|
Template ID |
|
Policies template fields
The following list shows the requirements for the columns in your data spreadsheet file for the Policies template:
- policy_name (Required)
- alternate_names
- amenity_name
- user_group
- location
- policy_description (Required)
policy_name
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 200 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
wifi for guests at the student union study rooms for guests at the student union |
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alternate_names
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
guest wifi at the student union building^student union guest wifi^ student wifi at the student union |
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amenity_name
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
wifi^ study rooms^discussion rooms |
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user_group
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
guests^visitors^ student^undergrads^grad students^ |
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location
Optional.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters. Each individual list value must be 200 characters or less. |
| Accepts List Values | Yes |
| Notes | Separate list items with ^ symbol. Trailing ^ values are removed on import. |
| Example Values |
student union^student union building |
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policy_description
Required.
| Data Type | Text |
| Max Length/Value | 65,535 characters |
| Accepts List Values | No |
| Notes | N/A |
| Example Values |
Guests should use the network lib-guest. After connecting, you will be directed to www.anylibrary.edu to enter your name and email address. Once submitted, you will have 6 hours of wifi before you will have to reconnect. Students should log in to their AnyLibrary Account to see available rooms and time slots on the home page. Please reach out to the front desk or any staff member for assistance. |
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