Tables, Code, and Structured Data
Tables should carry their headers into each row representation. Code chunks should preserve indentation, symbols, language, file path, and function/class boundaries. For exact numeric fields, use a database query rather than asking a model to infer values from a flattened table.
A good system combines RAG for explanations with SQL or APIs for exact structured values. Keep the original record ID and parser version for traceability.
Implementation example
Table row:
Plan=Basic; Monthly limit=100 requests; Overage=Not available💡 Including column headers makes an isolated row meaningful.
Key Takeaways
- Inspect the relevant pipeline stage instead of guessing.
- Preserve source provenance, versions, and access scope.
- Measure quality on representative queries.
Knowledge Check
What is best for an exact product price?