Define data mapping and how you use it in your work.

When responding to a technical question that asks for a definition of a specific term, you begin by defining the term. You then provide a brief description of how the item is used in this role. You may want to conclude your answer by providing an example you have employed this particular concept in one of your previous roles.

"Data mapping in this context is the process of creating data element mappings or connections between two distinct data models. This is the first step for many data integration tasks, including data transformation or mediation between a data source and a destination. I have used data mapping frequently in my previous roles to develop the connections between distinct data sets and determine where they overlap."