DictVahti by Vahtian — REDCap dictionary linter
Local — no server No data leaves browser Deterministic rules Does not modify your dictionary

REDCap data dictionary heuristic auditor

Find naming, structure, and logic problems before data collection starts.

Upload or paste a REDCap data dictionary CSV. DictVahti runs 26 deterministic heuristic rules across naming, labels, field types, choices, branching logic, and completeness — and proposes specific fixes. Nothing is sent anywhere.

Input

REDCap: Project Setup → Data Dictionary → Download. Or paste from StudyVahti.

Drop REDCap data dictionary CSV here or click to browse

Rule reference

All 26 heuristics DictVahti applies, with rationale.