Hi folks! I've searched the archives and found some discussion on what is an appropriate estimate for the time for installing and maintaining DSpace. I see that it varies heavily by the amount of customization. On the FAQ pages I found an estimate for someone experienced with java and database open source applications, who is only installing a prototype. But that doesn't give me an estimate for the average joe installing a production system.
We only want to start with one community, one set of materials, similar to ETDs. We will indeed have to integrate it with LDAP and set up secure login pages, and may need to modify the metadata input template. I am hoping the programmer we hire will be familiar with Java, but it's too much to hope that he/she will be experienced with installing and setting up open-source applications. Anyone out there willing to give me estimates (for set up and regular maintenance/managment) based on their own experience? I would be grateful -- off list is fine. Thank you! Jody DeRidder Digital Services University of Alabama Libraries Tuscaloosa, Alabama 35487 (205) 348-0511 [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] _______________________________________________ Dspace-general mailing list [email protected] http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/dspace-general
