Modeling Content

Standalone, Collection, Configuration, and Auto-Blocked are canonical content model patterns used to structure AEM Edge Delivery blocks. Selecting the right pattern ensures the content architecture fits the block's specific authoring and scalability needs.

To design semantic table structures for AEM content architecture, you define clear, reusable table layouts that work across authoring tools. This involves specifying content models that enforce documentation and best-practice guidelines for author-friendly formatting.

Use the Collection pattern when designing repeating content items like Cards with multiple columns, and use Auto-Blocked models for content that needs automatic structural enforcement. The choice depends on the block's specific authoring and reuse requirements.

No specific dependencies are required to start content modeling for AEM Edge Delivery. You can design a simple Cards content model using the Collection pattern with basic image and content columns to understand the structural workflow.