Dataset Management

CKAN allows authorized users (typically those with editor or admin permissions) to publish new datasets.

Adding a New Dataset

  1. Navigate to the Datasets Section: Click on the “Datasets” link in the navigation bar, and then click the “Add Dataset” button.

  2. Dataset Metadata: Fill in the following metadata fields:

    • Title: Provide a descriptive name for your dataset.

    • Description: Write a detailed summary of the dataset, its contents, and any additional context.

    • Tags: Enter relevant keywords or phrases to help others find your dataset easily.

    • License: Select the appropriate license that defines how others may use your dataset (e.g., Creative Commons, Open Data Commons).

    • Organization: Specify the organization responsible for publishing the dataset.

  3. Adding Resources: After filling in the metadata, add resources (i.e., the actual data files) by clicking the "Add Resource" button. You can upload files from your computer or link to data available on external servers. Supported formats include CSV, JSON, XML, and many others.

  4. Save Dataset: Once all information is entered, click the "Save" button to publish the dataset.

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Editing and Updating Datasets

After publishing, datasets can be edited if changes are required. To edit a dataset:

  1. Find Your Dataset: Go to the dataset page and click the “Edit” button.

  2. Make Changes: You can modify metadata, update resource files, or add new ones.

  3. Versioning: CKAN supports dataset versioning, so changes made to a dataset will be tracked. This ensures transparency and allows users to access older versions of datasets if needed.