# Overview
An approach for encoding data where you just store the delta (change) in data. You can also do the delta-of-deltas.
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# Key Considerations
# Pros
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# Use Cases
# Related Topics
# Use Cases #flashcard
- Data that changes gradually or incrementally:
- time series
- sorted numbers
- sequential IDs
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