Backing Library Operations with Open Source Applications

Backing Library Operations with Open Source Applications

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  BACKING LIBRARY OPERATIONS WITH OPEN SOURCE APPLICATIONS MykaKennedy Stephens Seminary Librarian Lancaster Theological Seminary Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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  Overview ● Debunking Mythsof Open Source Software ● Top 5 Qualities to Look for in Open Source Solutions ● Cost Benefit Analysis of Open Source Solutions ● Closer Look at Some Open Source Solutions for Libraries
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  Myths of Open Source Software RequiresAdvanced Computer Skills Intermediate Skills are helpful, but not essential Unpolished and bug-ridden Community-driven development observes QA standards Difficult to support and drain resources Good support, paid and volunteer, is available in most OSS communities
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  Top 5 Qualities ofGood Open Source Solutions For Those Considering Open Source
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  Stable Community Look forOpen Source solutions that have an active and stable community of users and developers. #1
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  Solid Documentation User manuals, installation Instructions, andother support documentation need to be readily available. #2
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  Recent Updates Software updatesand patches released on a regular schedule is a sign of strong developer support. #3
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  Pathways for Feedback Clear routesto post questions, make suggestions, get help, and connect with the community make it easier to find answers when you need them #4
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  Try before Committing Take advantageof demo sites or download and install the software on a localhost before deciding to invest in the solution. #5
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  Cost vs. Benefit ●Hosting and support expense ● Set up and customization ● Ongoing maintenance ● Investment ● No license fees ● Professional skill building ● More control ● Community involvement
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  Meet a few:
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  1. Koha www.koha-community.org
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  What? ● Integrated LibrarySystem ● Created in New Zealand by Katipo Communications, now developed internationally ● Updates released every six months ● Embedded web-based documentation ● Full-featured modules for circulation, patron management, cataloging, authority file, acquisitions, serials, and reports ● Responsive OPAC built on Bootstrap ● Flexible with multiple integration possibilities
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  In Action http://library.lancasterseminary.edu http://bywatersolutions.com/demos/
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  2. SubjectsPlus www.subjectsplus.com
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  What? ● Guides Platform(Springshare’s LibGuides) ● Ongoing development at University of Miami Libraries ● Wiki-based documentation, Google Group user community ● Flexible and Feature-packed: FAQs, Talkback page, A-Z resource list ● Responsive design fueled by CSS ● API capability
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  In Action http://guides.lancasterseminary.edu
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  3. Omeka omeka.org
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  What? ● Web publishingfor digital archives and online exhibits ● Developed by Roy Rosenzweig Center for History and New Media ● Expansive documentation on website with hosted forums for user community ● Customizable themes and plugins ● Metadata on multiple levels: file, item, collection, exhibit ● Dublin Core
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  In Action http://archive.lancasterseminary.edu
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  4. ResourceSpace www.resourcespace.com
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  What? ● Digital AssetManagement Platform ● Developed by Montala Ltd., originally commissioned by Oxfam ● Hosted Knowledge Base documentation, bug tracker, and Google Group for user community ● Automatically harvests metadata, including full-text ● Users log in to access content
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  In Action http://www.resourcespace.com/trial
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  Thank You! Myka KennedyStephens Seminary Librarian & Assistant Professor Lancaster Theological Seminary Lancaster, Pennsylvania Email: mkstephens@lancasterseminary.edu Facebook: @mykakennedystephens Blog: www.mission-information.org Presentation template by SlidesCarnival