Ontology Design Pattern Library

An Ontology Design Pattern Library is a collection of reusable templates or best practices used to create consistent and meaningful classifications and relationships within a knowledge system. Think of it as a toolbox for building clear, interoperable data structures that help computers understand complex information. These patterns help developers design effective ontologies—formal models of how concepts relate—by providing proven solutions for common modeling challenges, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and clarity across different systems and domains.