This release exposes names, categories, elements, transformations, canonical URLs, and source references. It deliberately does not export the encyclopedia's long-form interpretations, palace readings, combinations, FAQs, or translated classical passages.
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Fields
slug, Chinese and English names, pinyin, archetype, level, category, element, Four Transformations, canonical URL, source reference, last reviewed date, and dataset version.
Method and citation
The dataset derives its classification from Zi Wei Dou Shu Jing Cheng (紫微斗数精成), compiled around the framework of Zi Wei Dou Shu Quan Shu (紫微斗數全書), with annual-deity placement conventions identified separately. Cite the dataset version and this landing page; link to a star's canonical page when discussing its interpretation. Full method notes and per-record source references are published with the dataset.
Data facts are available under the data license (CC BY 4.0). Narrative encyclopedia content remains copyrighted.
Citation & Documentation
- JSON schema — field types and validation rules for each dataset record
- Methodology — how the star set, categories, and placements were compiled
- Sources — primary references behind the dataset facts
- Changelog — version history of the dataset
- CITATION.cff — machine-readable citation file (GitHub-style)
- LICENSE-DATA.md — scope of the CC BY 4.0 data license