Enhancing DCAT support in CKAN (DCAT-AP v3, scheming integration, and more)
A review of the recent developments in CKAN's DCAT support, and how you can get involved
In an effort to keep our community informed and engaged, we recently conducted a survey to determine the name for our new CKAN update series. The survey aimed to gather preferences not only for the series name but also for the types of updates and preferred channels for receiving them. The results are in, and we are excited to share them with you.
The survey was quick, consisting of four questions, and took less than a minute to complete. It was designed to capture your preferences effectively and efficiently. Here’s a detailed look at the results and some key insights we gathered.
Participants were asked to choose their preferred name from a list of options. Here are the results:
Insight: The preference for straightforward names is clear, with "CKAN Updates" being the most favored option. This suggests that our community values direct and uncomplicated communication.
We asked participants what types of updates they would like to see more of in our CKAN series. Here’s what they had to say:
Insight: There is a strong interest in practical and informative content, with a particular emphasis on new features, technical tutorials, and best practices. This will guide us in curating content that is both useful and engaging for our users.
Participants were asked where they would prefer to receive these updates. The responses were as follows:
Insight: The CKAN website (blog) and email inbox are the top preferred channels, indicating that users favor traditional and reliable methods for receiving updates.
We received several insightful comments from our participants, here are a few notable ones:
Insight: These comments reflect a desire for detailed, useful, and well-organized information that not only keeps the community informed but also empowers them to actively engage with and contribute to the CKAN ecosystem.
Based on these insightful responses, we will be naming our update series "CKAN Updates" to align with the majority preference for straightforwardness. We will also focus on delivering content that includes new features, technical tutorials, and best practices, primarily through our website and email updates but also on social media.
Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve our communication and better serve the CKAN community. Stay tuned for our upcoming CKAN Updates, where we will continue to share the latest developments, milestones, and valuable insights from the CKAN world.
Feel free to share any further thoughts or suggestions as we continue this journey together here.
Stay connected, stay informed, stay open!
A review of the recent developments in CKAN's DCAT support, and how you can get involved
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