[CODE4LIB] Appliance server providers
Dear all, I'm looking for appliance servers for web development with a suite of tools included (AMP+Java) running on either Linux/Solaris. Are there any reliable commercial vendors who supply these with support so that all our IT folks have to deal with is the basic care feed (rack mount, networking, etc) of the machine. There are some good web hosting services out there (we already use one) but I'm interested in a scenario where server hardware is hosted locally but the support (routine system patches, requests for new modules, upgrades, etc) comes from outside. Any pointers are much appreciated. Thanks in advance, Harish Harish Maringanti Systems Analyst K-State Libraries (785)532-7462
[CODE4LIB] CFP: Access 2008
[ This is going out to a number of lists -- apologies for any duplication. ] --- Call For Proposals: Access 2008 Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Date: October 1-3, 2008 (Hackfest: Oct 1; Conference: Oct 2-4) CFP Deadline: Friday, February 22, 2008 URL: http://access2008.mcmaster.ca Access is Canada's premier library technology conference, featuring a single stream of sessions that deal with technology planning, development, challenges and solutions. We are now accepting proposals for prepared talks on the following topics (other ideas are more than welcome): - customized web applications and search interfaces - open source software - national and provincial/state-wide consortia technology initiatives - information policy - digital and social media - library catalogue innovations - digitization projects - institutional repositories - end-user searching behaviours - protocols and metadata ...or anything else suitably geeky, innovative and/or awe-inspiring! Sessions are usually 45 minutes or 1 hour in length. Proposals should include: - your name, title, institutional affiliation, contact information, blog/website URL - 100 word (max) abstract describing your proposed presentation - co-presenters you will (or hope to) present with Submission Procedures: - deadline for submission is February 22, 2008. - send your proposal to Amanda Etches-Johnson, Program Chair, at [EMAIL PROTECTED] - each submission will be acknowledged and all presenters will be notified of the status of their proposal by April 15, 2008. - if you'd simply like to recommend topics and/or speakers (other than yourself), feel free to get in touch! Depending on the number of submissions, we can't promise that every proposal will be accepted. However, we will have sessions set aside for Lightning/Thunder talks, which provide an informal opportunity to share your ideas with your peers. For more information about Access, see the Access 2007 website at http://access2007.uvic.ca. Alternatively, feel free to get in touch with the members of the Program Planning Committee: Amanda Etches-Johnson User Experience Librarian, McMaster University [EMAIL PROTECTED] Jenn Horwath Virtual Branch Manager, Hamilton Public Library [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[CODE4LIB] Metadata / Digital Collection Librarian to work at NASA Goddard Library (Washington DC)
Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks candidates for the position of Metadata / Digital Collection Librarian to work at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Library. This position is located in Washington DC. Overview of Position Our ideal candidate is a motivated, energetic individual who will fill a full-time position as Metadata / Digital Collection Librarian (Metadata Librarian). The Metadata Librarian is responsible for collecting, preserving, and presenting digital information in all formats, applying indexing terms and metadata, and maintaining the Library's bibliographic and archival databases. This includes metadata application, authority control, quality control, and other duties associated with the creation and maintenance of item- and collection-level data for a variety of print and digital materials. As a member of the Electronic Library Systems Team, the Metadata Librarian reports to the Team Lead and works independently as well as with teammates, Library colleagues, Library users/patrons, and community partners to develop and provide access to information and materials that support the scientific and engineering research and public outreach needs of the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center. Primary Responsibilities * Perform original and copy cataloging for a wide range of formats, including serials, non-print materials, and e-resources, using traditional cataloging principles and practices to input records into OCLC and the local ILS, SirsiDynix Unicorn * Stay abreast of new developments relevant to metadata, cataloging, and digitization * Serve as a resource person concerning OCLC, cataloging, classification, database maintenance, record loading, and workflow issues * Archive digital images, video files, audio files, multimedia assets and assets in other formats * Assure the quality of archived material and databases * Plan and coordinate digitization projects * Employ emerging metadata schemas to make Library resources available to our patrons * Maintain statistics and produces monthly reports. Qualifications 1. Master's degree in library/information science, or archives administration, or other relevant field from an accredited program. 2. Minimum of one year experience cataloging book and non-book formats in an automated environment using OCLC and an ILS, such as SirsiDynix Unicorn. 3. Knowledge of electronic and traditional cataloging standards (AACR2R, LC classification, LCSH, MARC formats) and emerging cataloging standards, such as Functional Requirements for Bibliographic Records (FRBR http://www.loc.gov/cds/FRBR.html ). 4. Experience with relevant thesauri or ontologies and one or more metadata schemas or tools (OAI http://www.openarchives.org/ /PMH http://www.openarchives.org/OAI/2.0/openarchivesprotocol.htm , XML, Dublin Core http://dublincore.org/ , MODS http://www.loc.gov/standards/mods/ , METS http://www.loc.gov/standards/mets/ , EAD, etc.). 5. Demonstrated knowledge of file formats, media/data migration, metadata, database management, and digitization techniques. 6. Knowledge and recent experience with digital-asset-management (DAM) initiatives and repositories, such as DSpace http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DSpace . 7. Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic and changing environment. 8. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. To Apply *For immediate consideration please email your resume to the attention of Patty De Anda to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with a courtesy copy to Patty De Anda, [EMAIL PROTECTED] . * Please indicate Metadata Librarian, position #851 in Subject line of your email. * LAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer that values diversity in the workforce. Patty De Anda Communications Coordinator Library Associates Companies 8383 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 355 Beverly Hills, CA 90211 800 987 6794 toll free 323 302 9439 local 323 852 1093 fax www.libraryassociates.com blocked::/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.libraryassociates.com/ [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] The information contained in this e-mail message is privileged, confidential, and protected from disclosure. If you are not the intended recipient, any dissemination or copying is strictly prohibited. If you think that you have received this e-mail message in error, please e-mail the sender.
[CODE4LIB] theinfo.org: for people who work with big data sets
Hi code4libbers! As part of my work on Open Library, I've been doing what I expect a lot of you find yourself doing: collecting big batches of MARC records, testing algorithms for processing them, building interesting ways to visualize them. And what I've found is that while the community of other people doing this in libraries is really valuable, I also have a lot to learn from people who do this sort of thing with other types of data. So I'm trying to build a code4lib-style community around people who work with large data sets of all kinds: http://theinfo.org/ I hope that you'll take a look and join the mailing lists and get involved. I think that there's a lot we could do together.
Re: [CODE4LIB] theinfo.org: for people who work with big data sets
On Jan 16, 2008 7:08 AM, Aaron Swartz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://theinfo.org/ Excellent initiative! Joined, and I'll forward the information around to other communities I know do this type of work. Regards, Alex -- --- Project Wrangler, SOA, Information Alchemist, UX, RESTafarian, Topic Maps -- http://shelter.nu/blog/
Re: [CODE4LIB] theinfo.org: for people who work with big data sets
At Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:08:23 -0800, Aaron Swartz [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi code4libbers! As part of my work on Open Library, I've been doing what I expect a lot of you find yourself doing: collecting big batches of MARC records, testing algorithms for processing them, building interesting ways to visualize them. And what I've found is that while the community of other people doing this in libraries is really valuable, I also have a lot to learn from people who do this sort of thing with other types of data. So I'm trying to build a code4lib-style community around people who work with large data sets of all kinds: http://theinfo.org/ I hope that you'll take a look and join the mailing lists and get involved. I think that there's a lot we could do together. Hi Aaron al. Looks like a great project. Thanks also for plugging the WARC format. I added a bit to the wiki on this. I have a bit of trouble differentiating this from the Linking Open Data project[1]. Perhaps some info on the wiki about this would be helpful. best, Erik Hetzner 1. http://esw.w3.org/topic/SweoIG/TaskForces/CommunityProjects/LinkingOpenData ;; Erik Hetzner, California Digital Library ;; gnupg key id: 1024D/01DB07E3 pgpGvb167wtCL.pgp Description: PGP signature
