====== Pacific EMIS Open Data Warehouse Guide ======

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===== About our Open Data API =====

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===== Excel Data Export Formats =====

When downloading data from the official data warehouse, you have two export methods:

1) Standard Download (Default)

  * Creates a static Excel file containing a snapshot of the data at the time of download
  * The file will not automatically update when the underlying data changes (e.g., when new school year data is added, when records are updated, or when corrections are made)
  * To access updated data, you must return to this page and download a fresh copy
  * Best for: One-time analysis, archival purposes, or situations where you need a fixed reference point

2) Create Refreshable Workbook (Experimental)

  * Creates an Excel file with a live connection to the official data warehouse
  * The workbook can be refreshed to pull the latest data without re-downloading
  * Updates are retrieved on-demand when you manually refresh the connection in Excel (Data → Refresh All)
  * The connection settings and data source remain embedded in the workbook
  * Note: This is a newer, experimental feature—you may encounter occasional issues
  * Best for: Regular reporting, dashboards, or ongoing analysis where you need current data

Which should I choose?

  * If you need data for a specific point in time or occasional use → use Standard Download
  * If you need to regularly access updated data → use Create Refreshable Workbook