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# Object modeling

> Guide to creating and managing objects in PingIDM.

IDM provides a default schema for typical managed object types, such as users, roles, and groups, but does not control the structure of objects that you store in the repository. This section shows you how to change and add to the managed object schema, how to establish relationships between objects, and how to use policies to validate objects. You will also learn how to access IDM objects using queries.

Quick start

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#### [Managed objects](managed-objects.html)

Learn about the IDM architecture, component modules, and services.

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#### [Users](users.html)

Understand the default user object.

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#### [Relationships](relationships.html)

Configure relationships between object types.

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#### [Roles](roles.html)

Learn about the role object, a specific relationship type.

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#### [Policies](policies.html)

Apply validation requirements to objects and properties.

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