Dataset Discovery When to Use - User asks "find me data about X" or "where can I get data on Y" - User wants to analyze a relationship between variables - User needs specific study designs (longitudinal, cross-sectional, experimental) - User asks about specific surveys or cohorts Step 1: Understand What the Research Question Requires Before searching, determine the minimum data requirements : Study design needed: - "Does X predict CHANGES in Y over time?" → longitudinal (same people measured repeatedly). Cross-sectional data CANNOT answer this — don't settle for it. - "Is X associated with Y?…