[CODE4LIB] Code4Lib Journal: Call for Papers Issue 17
Call for Papers (and apologies for cross-posting): The Code4Lib Journal (C4LJ) exists to foster community and share information among those interested in the intersection of libraries, technology, and the future. We are now accepting proposals for publication in our 17th issue. Don't miss out on this opportunity to share your ideas and experiences. To be included in the 17th issue, which is scheduled for publication in the beginning of June, 2012, please submit articles, abstracts, or proposals at http://journal.code4lib.org/submit-proposal or to jour...@code4lib.org. When submitting, please include the title or subject of the proposal in the subject line of the email message. C4LJ encourages creativity and flexibility, and the editors welcome submissions across a broad variety of topics that support the mission of the journal. Possible topics include, but are not limited to: * Practical applications of library technology (both actual and hypothetical) * Technology projects (failed, successful, or proposed), including how they were done and challenges faced * Case studies * Best practices * Reviews * Comparisons of third party software or libraries * Analyses of library metadata for use with technology * Project management and communication within the library environment * Assessment and user studies C4LJ strives to promote professional communication by minimizing the barriers to publication. While articles should be of a high quality, they need not follow any formal structure. Writers should aim for the middle ground between blog posts and articles in traditional refereed journals. Where appropriate, we encourage authors to submit code samples, algorithms, and pseudo-code. For more information, visit C4LJ's Article Guidelines or browse articles from the first 16 issues published on our website: http://journal.code4lib.org. Remember, for consideration for the 17th issue, please send proposals, abstracts, or draft articles to jour...@code4lib.org no later than Tuesday, February 28, 2012. Send in a submission. Your peers would like to hear what you are doing. Code4Lib Journal Editorial Committee
[CODE4LIB] Conference Schedule 2012
Hi, Any idea when things wrap up on the 9th? I'm trying to gauge leaving that day vs the 10th. Best, Tim - - - - - - - - - Timothy A. Lepczyk Digital Repository-Metadata Librarian John M. Olin Library Washington University Phone: 314.935.8934 Email: tlepc...@wustl.edu Website: http://www.digital.wustl.edu/
Re: [CODE4LIB] Code4Lib National 2012 Registration is now OPEN!!!!
Also, is it listed somewhere how many spots were actually available? It seems like this is an ongoing issue. Tim -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Michael Lindsey Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 11:15 AM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Code4Lib National 2012 Registration is now OPEN I got the same not-found message. Is there some way we could get a confirmation of our place on the wait list. One worries... M On 11/16/2011 9:09 AM, Mark A. Matienzo wrote: It means you have been added to the waitlist. DO NOT PANIC! Please DO REGISTER for Code4Lib... you will not be directed to the payment window, but you WILL be put on the wait list. What good does that do you? There are a multitude of reasons why you will be contacted and be able to get into Code4Lib National. Continue to register and remember... On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 12:05 PM, Adam L. Chandleral...@cornell.edu wrote: I get an error on this page: The page you requested could not be found. http://orbiscascade.org/index/code4lib-national-2012-wait-list What does this mean? Thanks, Adam From: Code for Libraries [CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] on behalf of Takanori Hayashi [takanor...@gmail.com] Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 11:55 AM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Code4Lib National 2012 Registration is now OPEN Thank you for your kindly response. A few member of Code4Lib JAPAN registrated this conference, we are waiting your reply and looking forward to meet geeks and catalogers again! -- Takanori Hayashi On 2011/11/17, at 1:37, Elizabeth Duelledu...@uoregon.edu wrote: To be honest, I didn't consider international payment. I am sure that we will be able to work something out, but we do not have that solution at this moment. I will be in contact with you soon about our options. This DOES NOT endanger your registration since it was our over site. Sorry! Elizabeth Elizabeth Duell Orbis Cascade Alliance edu...@uoregon.edu (541) 346-1883 On 11/16/2011 8:22 AM, Takanori Hayashi wrote: Hi, I'm live in Japan, we cannot use card authentication by AVS - Address Verification Service. Could you set up another payment method, like PayPal or other for oversea attendees? Regards, -- Takanori Hayashi Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Research Information Technology Center On 2011/11/17, at 0:59, Elizabeth Duelledu...@uoregon.eduwrote: Registration is now open for Code4Lib 2012! The 2012 conference will be February 6-9 in Seattle, Washington. Code4Lib 2012 is a loosely-structured conference for library technologists to commune, gather/create/share ideas and software, be inspired, and forge collaborations. Register here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Code4LibNational2012 Conference information can be found on the conference web page and the code4lib wiki: http://code4lib.org/conference/2012 http://wiki.code4lib.org/ Registration information as well as Transportation and Things to do in Seattle are at: http://orbiscascade.org/index/code4lib-national-2012 Hoping to give a 20-min talk or lead a pre-conference? Spots will be reserved for speakers, so please help us by noting that you have submitted a proposal for the conference in the “anything else we need to know” section of your registration form. If your registration hinges on delivering a talk, register but DO NOT PAY FOR YOUR REGISTRATION AT THAT TIME. We will contact you later for payment. *** Wait, registration has filled up already? I just got this notice. Please register for the conference and get on the wait list but DO NOT PAY FOR YOUR REGISTRATION AT THAT TIME. Because of the large number of spots reserved for speakers, we will most likely be opening up more spots after the presentations are chosen on December 9th. We will be contacting individuals on the wait list and asking for payment at that time. -- Elizabeth Duell Orbis Cascade Alliance edu...@uoregon.edu (541) 346-1883
Re: [CODE4LIB] Ontology Question
Hi, So, what we are doing is establishing the relationships between people and organizations from a set of court cases where slaves sued for their freedom. Those interested can get a bit more information here: http://digital.wustl.edu/legalencodingproject/about.html. We're interested in people's roles in the court cases, but also their roles society and the organizations to which they belong. Our ontology will either be based of CIDOC-CRM or it will be based off some CIDOC concepts combined with some FOAF concepts. Optimally, I'd like to only use CIDOC if possible. To do that though, is it best to include all of the classes which a concept belongs to? For instance, I will use the class person. Is it necessary to include the super classes of Actor Persistent Item and CRM Entity? Best, Tim -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Alexander Johannesen Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 4:08 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Ontology Question Hiya, Is it okay to just use the classes I need or should I include the super classes which they belong to? I think we also need to define a few concepts here. What do you mean, include? As far as I can tell, you want to say something like Here's a few concepts we're using, and their definition is based off this other ontology over *there* (pointing), but that's not always the case, so just asking. Now, Karen is of course right in her take on it, but there's a little thing that require a bit of focus, and that's how this new ontology is going to be used. Is it one of these manual labour things where it doesn't actually require formal definitions as much as a human one, or is it (however you use the ontology) to be passed through a tool, or more formally passed through an inferencer? Regards, Alex -- Project Wrangler, SOA, Information Alchemist, UX, RESTafarian, Topic Maps --- http://shelter.nu/blog/ -- -- http://www.google.com/profiles/alexander.johannesen ---
[CODE4LIB] Ontology Question
Hi All, I'm putting together an ontology for a collection either using CIDOC-CRM, or a mix of CIDOC-CRM and FOAF. I don't need the whole CIDOC-CRM ontology. Is it okay to just use the classes I need or should I include the super classes which they belong to? Thanks for the help, Tim - - - - - - - - - Timothy A. Lepczyk Digital Repository-Metadata Librarian John M. Olin Library Washington University Phone: 314.935.8934 Website: http://www.digital.wustl.edu/
Re: [CODE4LIB] Ontology Question
Thanks, Karen, that's the direction I was going to go, but just wasn't sure. Best, Tim -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Karen Coyle Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2011 2:03 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Ontology Question Quoting Lepczyk, Timothy tlepc...@wustl.edu: Hi All, I'm putting together an ontology for a collection either using CIDOC-CRM, or a mix of CIDOC-CRM and FOAF. I don't need the whole CIDOC-CRM ontology. Is it okay to just use the classes I need or should I include the super classes which they belong to? I'll give you my understanding of this area, but I can't guarantee it is correct. Presumably if you are re-using properties or classes that have been officially defined elsewhere (meaning defined in RDF/OWL, preferably by the owners of the property), then your use does not change the official definition. You may add it to your ontology, but it is the home ontology for that property (defined by the URI) that determines its meaning and relationships. Assuming this is true, then you do not need to include related super- or sub-classes because the property in your ontology is just a another use of that property. The relationship to other classes carries along with it. You *can* add relationships, such as making a CIDOC-CRM property a super or sub class of a property that you define. The CIDOC-CRM folks and others can choose to use or ignore anything you do. kc Thanks for the help, Tim - - - - - - - - - Timothy A. Lepczyk Digital Repository-Metadata Librarian John M. Olin Library Washington University Phone: 314.935.8934 Website: http://www.digital.wustl.edu/ -- Karen Coyle kco...@kcoyle.net http://kcoyle.net ph: 1-510-540-7596 m: 1-510-435-8234 skype: kcoylenet
[CODE4LIB] Position: Digital Data Outreach Librarian - Washington University in St. Louis
Hi All, I'm posting this for colleagues at our library. To apply, go to this url: http://hr.wustl.edu/opportunities/Pages/ExternalApplicants.aspx Tim Lepczyk Digital Data Outreach Librarian, Olin Library - 22611 Essential Functions The Digital Data Outreach Librarian is a new position which will assume overall responsibility for Library outreach to faculty in all disciplines to best determine their digital research management needs. The Digital Data Outreach Librarian will work closely with subject librarians and staff from Digital Library Services, Library Systems, and Library Assessment to best match identified faculty needs with library digital capabilities. The Librarian will also collaborate with other departments on the Danforth and Medical campuses to insure a coordinated, university-wide approach to faculty digital data needs. Determine faculty digital data management needs through interviews, surveys, etc. Work with appropriate Library staff to create digital solutions to faculty data management needs based on results of faculty outreach efforts. This includes developing options based on faculty needs for use and discovery. Establish working relationships with other campus entities as needed and collaborate on institution-wide data management need solutions. Monitor data management efforts at other institutions; routinely upgrade knowledge through webinars and other training/education opportunities. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications - MLS or related Master's degree. - Education and/or relevant experience in data analysis, data management and statistical applications. - Experience with or demonstrable knowledge of research library digital operations. - Knowledge of scholarly research processes. Preferred Qualifications - Second master's degree. - Research library work experience. - Demonstrated ability as a self-starter. - Excellent communication skills. - Ability to deal with rapidly changing environment. Salary Range $3,404.38 - $4,426.50 per month
Re: [CODE4LIB] Advice on a class
Thanks everyone. The reasons I thought of taking the C course is a) it's free, b) concepts might be transferrable to other languages. I may continue to focus on Ruby on Rails. Tim Lepczyk -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of Genny Engel Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 2:19 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Advice on a class When I was in library school, the programming classes there were in C (this was quite a while ago!). I've found it actually quite useful to have that background when learning things like JavaScript, PHP, and even VB. They all build on the concepts I originally learned from C. [Note: this does not work at all as a basis for learning Perl. Nothing does.] C++ might be a better choice if you want to start off with a grounding in object-oriented programming. Or maybe Java. I'm about to start the C++ course at the local junior college. Which reminds me to mention, it probably doesn't matter which programming course you take right now -- if you then go through life taking more programming classes like I do! Genny Engel Sonoma County Library gen...@sonoma.lib.ca.us 707 545-0831 x581 www.sonomalibrary.org -Original Message- From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU] On Behalf Of David Mayo Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 12:12 PM To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Advice on a class If you're looking to do web programming, C is probably not going to directly benefit you - it's not that it's a bad language to learn, or that it doesn't have uses, but you'd probably be better off trying to improve your PHP or RoR skills. That being said, if you need to get lower-level knowledge of how memory management and other close-to-the-metal concerns work, a decent C course wouldn't be a bad thing at all. If you're an autodidact, there are some good resources available on the web - I can work up a list, and I'm sure other people have suggestions. I also have a fondness for O'Reilly's *Programming PHP*, if you want to pick up a book. I've heard really good things about The Pragmatic Programmer's Ruby book, but Ruby isn't (thus far) something I've worked with, so that's secondhand advice. - Dave On Tue, Jul 26, 2011 at 2:54 PM, Lepczyk, Timothy tlepc...@wustl.eduwrote: Hi All, I work in a digital library and am transitioning to something more like a programmer and less like a librarian. My strengths are in xslt and unix, but I've been working some with php and ruby on rails. I'm trying to learn as much as I can, and am considering enrolling in an intro to C programming class (free through my university's night school). Is this worthwhile, or should I focus my attention elsewhere? Thanks, Tim Lepczyk
[CODE4LIB] Job Posting: E-Learning Librarian - Washington University, St. Louis
Essential Functions The E-Learning Librarian will lead collaborative efforts to explore, identify, assess, implement and provide training for emerging technologies in support of the University's teaching, learning, and research. The Librarian is responsible for all operations of the E-Learning Commons including assisting users; hiring, training, and evaluating personnel, troubleshooting hardware and software problems; and scheduling facility use. The E-Learning Librarian will work with faculty and students to explore library resources and apply innovative multimedia technologies to their work. The Commons will provide services that include assistance with strategies for management of scholarly and personal digital assets; preparation of interactive tutorials and course modules; and development of multimedia projects. The E-Learning Librarian will routinely monitor trends in emerging technologies and identify possible uses in library services. As appropriate, the E-Learning Librarian will provide training in these new technologies for library staff as well as the campus community. In collaboration with other library staff, the E-learning Librarian must be proactive in selectively and strategically implementing and marketing emerging technologies that best match our users' needs and preferences. The E-Learning Librarian will work collaboratively with library staff to provide ongoing usability testing and redesign of user interfaces to library services. The Librarian will also collaborate with other campus units offering similar services. Required Qualifications Master's degree in library/information science, media, instructional technology or a related field Preferred Qualifications Relevant experience in libraries or higher education preferred. Demonstrated ability to thrive and lead in a collaborative environment Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills Ability to interact with users and staff and develop innovative ways to identify and meet their evolving needs Demonstrated ability to learn new technology tools and skills, to conduct training for users and staff, and strong desire to share this knowledge with others Ability to see technological possibilities in and outside of the library world and the vision to turn these possibilities into new library services Demonstrated ability in web based tools, imaging and/or video software, bibliographic and presentation software and relevant emerging technologies Salary Range $3,404.38 - $4,426.50 per month
[CODE4LIB] AccessTEI launched by the Text Encoding Initiative
The Text Encoding Initiative (TEI) has just launched a new digitization program, AccessTEI. This program allows member institutions to outsource the transcription and basic structural encoding of source material (whether in print or manuscript, in any language, any sized job), at bulk prices with Apex Covantage, a leader in digitization outsourcing. The program features an easy-to-use web-based portal (http://accesstei.apexcovantage.com/). A current list of institutional members is at http://www.tei-c.org/Membership/current.xml. If your institution or project is not already a member, cost of membership varies from $100 to $5,000/year, depending on the size of the organization and the type of economy in which it is located. A membership application can be found at http://www.tei-c.org/Membership/teimembershipform.pdf. Pricing for AccessTEI services to TEI members can be found at http://accesstei.apexcovantage.com/Home/PriceMatrix. This program, which was developed with funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation is only one of the benefits available to members of the TEI. Member institutions are also eligible for significant discounts on XML software and site licences, and savings (usually over 50%) on workshops and conferences hosted by the TEI.
