About the tutorial
Wikidata Wizardry 101 provides a comprehensive introduction to the Wikidata knowledge graph for enthusiasts and professionals. This tutorial explores essential concepts and practical applications of Wikidata from a Semantic Web practitioner's point of view. Participants will gain foundational skills in querying and managing Wikidata, enabling them to effectively utilize this resource in their projects.
Where
ISWC 2024 | Baltimore, Maryland, USA
When
November 12, 2024 | 2:00 PM-5:40 PM
Duration
Half-day tutorial
Tutorial Parts
Our tutorial is divided into two comprehensive sessions
Session 1: Introduction to the Wikidata World
- Understanding the Wikidata data model
- Formulating SPARQL queries for Wikidata
- Using APIs to access Wikidata
- Working with Wikidata dumps and snapshots
- Self-hosting a Wikidata instance
- Understanding Wikidata's evolution
Gain practical skills in navigating and utilizing Wikidata
Session 2: Constraints and Repairs in Wikidata
- Introduction to constraint languages (ShEx, SHACL)
- Using entity schemas in Wikidata
- Applying and managing property constraints
- Data quality assessment using SPARQL
- Identifying repairs in Wikidata
Learn to maintain data integrity within Wikidata
By the end of this tutorial, participants will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate, manipulate, and ensure the quality of data in Wikidata, enhancing their ability to leverage this powerful resource in their projects.
Tutorial Presenters
Meet our expert presenters for Wikidata Wizardry 101
Nicolas Ferranti
Vienna University of Economics and Business
Daniil Dobriy
Vienna University of Economics and Business
Tutorial Schedule
Here is our tutorial schedule for Wikidata Wizardry 101
The tutorial explores innovative approaches to understanding and utilizing Wikidata, focusing on practical skills and real-world applications.
Welcome and Introduction
Overview of the tutorial, introduction to Wikidata
Session 1: Introduction to the Wikidata World Axel Polleres
Understanding the Wikidata data model, SPARQL queries
Session 1: Introduction to the Wikidata World Daniil Dobriy
APIs, Selfhosting Wikidata
Coffee Break
Session 2: Wikidata Evolution Daniil Dobriy
Evolution of Wikidata, Wikibase Instances
Session 2: Constraints and Repairs in Wikidata Nicolas Ferranti
Exploring constraint languages, entity schemas, and data quality assessment
Closing Remarks and Q&A
Recap of key learnings and open discussion
Tutorial Venue
Location information for Wikidata Wizardry 101
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland
Our tutorial will take place at the ISWC 2024 conference venue:
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland
7002 Arundel Mills Cir #7777
Hanover, MD 21076, USA
The specific room for our tutorial will be announced closer to the event date. Please check the main conference schedule for the most up-to-date information.
The venue offers a range of amenities including restaurants, accommodation, and entertainment options for conference attendees.
Tutorial Resources
Materials to enhance your learning experience
Tutorial Materials
The resources for this tutorial, including slides, code samples, and additional reading materials, are now completely available.
For this tutorial, we will use Google Colab to run Jupyter notebooks. All the materials are availbale in the following URL:
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