Schedule
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Tuesday July 22
| Start time | End time | Event duration | Event type | Title | Presenter (s) | Description |
| 8:00 AM | 9:00 AM | 1:00:00 | Breakfast and registration | Planning Committee | ||
| 09:00 AM | 09:15 AM | 0:15:00 | Welcome and logistics | Planning Committee | ||
| 09:15 AM | 9:45 AM | 0:25:00 | Presentation | Tree to Forest: Cultivating Aspen Discovery at Different Scales | Rogan Hamby, Equinox Open Library Initiative | Equinox Open Library Initiative has successfully implemented Aspen Discovery across a spectrum of libraries, from complex statewide consortia with hundreds of branches to single-location institutions. Learn how we leveraged Equinox’s long-term expertise with open source software to launch support services for Aspen Discovery, specializing in libraries using Evergreen ILS and Koha ILS. Participants will get an inside look at how libraries of varying sizes modernize discovery and how its emerging sustainability framework positions Aspen as a living project evolving alongside changing library services. |
| 09:45 AM | 10:00 AM | 0:15:00 | Presentation | Automating generation and delivery of ILS reports with Python, SQLAlchemy, and Linux crontab | Brian Clark, University of Alabama | Our office runs and delivers dozens of scheduled reports of data from our ILS in addition to the ad hoc report requests we receive. We developed a process to automate the generation and delivery of the scheduled ILS reports by embedding SQL queries in Python scripts using the Python packages SQLAlchemy and email. The scripts are then added to our ILS server crontab and scheduled to run at specified times, creating a fully automated process. We will describe the process and shows some examples of how we implemented it at our institution. Prerequisites include SSH access to a self-hosted ILS or LSP and Linux crontab or another task scheduler. Template files will be made available for anyone to use and modify to suit their needs. |
| 10:00 AM | 10:15 AM | 0:15:00 | Break | |||
| 10:15 AM | 12:00 PM | 2:00:00 | Unconference | Various | Various | Various |
| 12:00 PM | 01:30 PM | 1:30:00 | Lunch | |||
| 01:30 PM | 1:55 PM | 0:25:00 | Talk | Circa: A Customizable, Web-based Request System for Special Collections | Jon Page, NC State Libraries | Circa is a modern web-based request system that streamlines the management of special collections materials. For almost a decade at NC State Libraries, our homegrown system has efficiently managed requests by centralizing the request creation process, tracking material movement, controlling researcher access, and providing extensive usage data for informed planning and resource allocation.
Circa seamlessly integrates with ArchivesSpace—allowing for effortless import and updates of container and location data—and connects with local catalogs to access non-ArchivesSpace materials. It supports on-site access, remote duplication requests, and leverages the IIIF specification for high-resolution reproduction requests from digital collections. Over the past year, we've developed a new version of Circa focused on maximizing customization for other institutions. In this talk, we will demonstrate how you can tailor Circa to meet the unique needs of your collection. We are in the midst of open sourcing Version 2 and hope this session will spark conversation and feedback on how our new open source release can best serve the community. |
| 02:00 PM | 02:25 PM | 0:25:00 | Talk | An Introduction to Trankskribus: An AI tool for digital interpretation of historical documents | Andrew Battelini and Simon O'Riordan, Emory University | The Media Preservation team at Emory University has begun experimenting with the Transkribus tool, a digital interpretation tool used to analyze textual documents and provide transcriptions. Transkribus uses an AI approach that incorporates analysis models that users can train to better recognize specific line patterns and text format or handwriting styles. For large collections that use one individual’s handwriting, or a series of geographic-specific items, trainable models can increase the accuracy of the program significantly. We have worked with a small variety of collections using this tool, such as a Civil War collection that has a very large number of handwritten materials from an area with low literacy and askew line patterns, but also containing insightful information. Another example collection is the Maud Gonne and William B. Yeates Correspondence, which provides a unique collection where there is substantial existing transcription and a consistent handwriting style. Our presentation will focus on an introduction to the Transkribus Tool, our experience with “getting up to speed” with it, and a summary of the value we’ve gotten from its use and the various lessons learned should others wish to try it out. |
| 12:00 PM | 12:10 PM | 0:10:00 | Lightning Talk | Achieving Essential Digital Preservation | Video link | Todd Stoffer, NCSU Libraries | Over the past year we have developed an application that is focused on providing the basic DAMS functions of file tracking, checksum polling and reporting features that notify users of corrupt assets in a lightweight Ruby on Rails application. We were able an early functional deployment of a production solution, while leaving open the possibilities of future enhancements. This talk will focus on our digital preservation strategy and provide a technical overview of the application. |
| 12:10 PM | 12:20 PM | 0:10:00 | Lightning talk | An Overview of the MetaArchive Cooperative and the SuperNode Pilot Project | Video link | Christine Wiseman (Head, Digital Services Department), Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library | This lightening talk will provide a brief overview of the MetaArchive Cooperative as we celebrate over 10 years of community based digital preservation. In addition, I will introduce a pilot project testing a SuperNode network infrastructure that could provide a cost effective option for smaller and mid sized institutions to participate in distributed digital preservation. |
| 12:20 PM | 12:30 PM | 0:10:00 | Lightning talk | Like Herding Oral Histories: a Workflow for Access - NOTE: This session was canceled due to illness, and substituted with the following session. | Alissa Matheny Helms (Digital Archivist), Kennesaw State University Archives | This talk aims give an overview of the complex process faced by the Kennesaw State University Archives by which born digital oral histories go from accession to access (via its DSpace repository SOAR [soar.kennesaw.edu]) with the aid of various software programs that track and normalize data. Obstacles addressed include integrating disparate source material, normalizing multiple document formats, and managing differing rights requirements. |
| 12:20 PM | 12:30 PM | 0:10:00 | Lightning talk | When Life Gives you Lemons, Call Beyoncé: Wikipedia Programming, Adaptation and Instruction | Video link | Justin de la Cruz (Unit Head, E-Learning Technology) and Tiffany Atwater Lee (Public Services Archivist), Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library | We collaborated to design a classroom assignment involving archival research and Wikipedia. The result was an interesting process of teaching students about primary sources, the challenges of researching with limited resources, and Wikipedia culture while simultaneously guiding them through the full research/publication cycle. |
| 12:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:30:00 | Lunch / Concurrent Interactive Poster | Open World Atlanta VR Demo | Spencer Roberts & Student Innovation Fellows, Georgia State University | Open World Atlanta is a 3D virtual recreation of 1928 Atlanta, based on historical photographs and documents, in which users can explore the area around Five Points and interact with artifacts from the city's past |
| 12:40 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:20:00 | Lunch / Concurrent Interactive Poster | LYRASIS Learning: Train anytime, anywhere, anyone on staff! | Jenn Bielewski, LYRASIS | Watch a short demo on LYRASIS Learning, a continuing education platform that will give you access to the entire catalog of LYRASIS archived training as well as unlimited live classes. |
| 12:30 PM | 2:00 PM | 1:30:00 | Lunch / Concurrent Interactive Poster | Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System Services | Oscar Gittemeier (Adult Outreach Librarian), Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System | Learn how the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System is reaching out to the Atlanta community through innovative services. |
| 2:00 PM | 2:05 PM | 0:05:00 | Announcements | Josh Hogan | ||
| 2:05 PM | 2:30 PM | 0:25:00 | Concurrent Breakout - Exhibit Hall | A little linked data from our systems and things to do with it | Laura Akerman (Discovery Systems and Metadata Librarian), Emory University | This presentation gives just a little background about the IGeLU/ELUNA Linked Open Data Working Group and the status of linked data development by Ex Libris, and a little about the larger linked data/vendor landscape. Then a use case/brief demo of what can be done with linked data publishing/APIs for BIBFRAME and other formats, and thoughts on the future. |
| 2:05 PM | 2:30 PM | 0:25:00 | Concurrent Breakout - Room 202 B | Digital Library of Georgia Technology Road Map: Big Changes for a Sustainable Future | Brad Baxter (Application Analyst Principal), University of Georgia | The Digital Library of Georgia's Web site, https://dlg.usg.edu, has undergone a major technology overhaul. We have migrated to new servers, new metadata administration systems, and new public interfaces; all with stability, sustainability, and longevity in mind. This session will describe our new technological framework, how the interface and administration systems have improved and some plans for continued improvements and enhancements. |
| 2:05 PM | 2:30 PM | 0:25:00 | Concurrent Breakout - Room 208 | Lipstick on the Platform: Creating a theme generator for LibGuides | Luke Aeschleman (NCSU Libraries, Digital Technologies Development Librarian), Daniel Whitehead (NC LIVE, Web & Database Development Librarian), NCSU Libraries | Many smaller libraries use LibGuides as their CMS but lack the technical expertise to customize it. This results in simple designs and an uninspired user experience. To improve library websites across the state, NC LIVE, a North Carolina library consortium, created a LibGuides theming application for member libraries. In this talk, we’ll walk through the brief history of the project, reviewing our workflow, technical hurdles and solutions, and future development opportunities. |
| 2:05 PM | 2:30 PM | 0:25:00 | Concurrent Breakout - Room 202 C | Creating Custom Tools using Django | Daniel Moody (Emerging Technologies Librarian), Auburn University at Montgomery | This session has two components. It will present a FOSS project known as GILL (General Instruments for Library Logistics) that the AUM library is developing using Django. GILL is a set of tools aimed at streamlining and centralizing common tasks for academic libraries, including managing/evaluating instruction sessions, assigning tasks to student workers, and creation/management of workshops. The session will also discuss Django in a more general sense and offer advice for using the framework. |
| 2:30 PM | 2:50 PM | 0:20:00 | Break | |||
| 2:50 PM | 3:15 PM | 0:25:00 | Presentation | "The Possibly Impossible Research Project": Using Digital Research and Social Media to Teach Archival Research Methods | Video link | Dr. Rebekah Fitzsimmons, Georgia Institute of Technology | This presentation details a collaborative undergraduate research project to expand the "Guiding Science” annotated bibliography on 19th century female STEM authors (partners include: the Baldwin Library of Historical Children’s Literature & Georgia Tech). This multimodal digital research project provided GT students with in-depth instruction into original archival research using digital technologies, including social media like Twitter and public facing digital websites, including Wikipedia. |
| 3:15 PM | 3:40 PM | 0:25:00 | Presentation | An Exploration of Trends in Academic Library Makerspaces | Video link | Dylitchrous Thompson (Information Analyst, Associate), Georgia Southern University | The purpose of this presentation is to share the findings of a recently conducted research project. The research focused on discovering current trends in academic library makerspaces. |
| 3:40 PM | 4:05 PM | 0:25:00 | Presentation | A Shallow Dive Into Deep Learning | Video link | Bret Davidson (Associate Head, Digital Library Initiatives), Kevin Beswick (Digital Technologies Development Librarian), NCSU Libraries | Deep learning has become ubiquitous in our everyday life. We will provide an overview of what deep learning is, how it works, and its applications inside and outside of libraries. We’ll share our experiences creating prototypes using neural networks to solve library problems and supporting researchers who are interested in using this technology, as well as some of the opportunities around deep learning that we think exist for the library community now and in the future. |
| 4:05 PM | 4:30 PM | 0:25:00 | Discussion | Future of Code4Lib Southeast | Everyone. |
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