The LIBER Data Science in Libraries (DSLib) working group explores and promotes library engagement in applying data science and analytical methods in libraries, taking into account all kinds of processes and workflows around library collections and metadata as well as digital infrastructures and service areas.
This is our GitHub repository which we'll be using to maintain documents and resources while the WG is active. Feel free to take a look around and open an issue/make a pull request!
Areas foreseen to be investigated by the working group may include but are not limited to:
- Identify and analyse key initiatives and projects across Europe and beyond;
- Explore how data science methods and tools can be tailored to library-specific environments and requirements;
- Identify good practices as well as challenges and gaps;
- Evaluate methods and strategies for skills and capacity development.
- Co-chair: Peter Verhaar
- Co-chair: Péter Király
- WG Chair: Birgit Schmidt
You can also check out the HackMD book we're using for collaborative note-taking! A Zotero reference library is also being maintained with links to relevant literature.