[AI Summary]: This hands-on workshop focuses on practical application of Linked Open Data in humanities research, particularly using Wikidata and the Wikibase ecosystem. Expert facilitators Martina Trognitz and Christian Erlinger will provide targeted support for participants working with their own research data and questions. The workshop assumes basic LOD knowledge and offers in-depth treatment of specific topics and use cases.
The workshop takes place December 3-4, 2025 at the Leibniz Institute for European History in Mainz, Germany. Limited to 15 participants with registration deadline November 24, 2025.
- Date: December 3-4, 2025
- Location: Leibniz-Institut für Europäische Geschichte, Mainz (in-person)
- Registration Deadline: November 24, 2025
- Capacity: 15 participants
- Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of Linked Open Data
- Language: German
- Contact: hermes@ieg-mainz.de
- Organizers: HERMES Humanities Education in Research Data and Methods Data Competence Center, DH Lab IEG Mainz
- Experts: Martina Trognitz, Christian Erlinger
Overview
This Bring Your Own Data Lab (BYODL) offers participants the opportunity to work directly with their own RDF/LOD datasets in a supportive, collaborative environment. The workshop combines hands-on sessions, peer feedback, and expert consultation.
Workshop Focus:
- Linked Open Data in research practice
- Wikibase for research data and questions
- Practical work with tools and queries in Wikidata
Participants are encouraged to bring their own datasets and will receive individualized support from facilitators throughout the two-day workshop.