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Duration 28 hours
Course Outline
Introduction to DSpace and Its Functionalities
- Defining the scope and purpose of DSpace.
- DSpace 7+ architecture: exploring the backend, frontend, and REST APIs.
- Repository workflows and structure: managing communities, collections, items, and metadata.
- Key features, functionalities, and common use cases.
- An overview of user and administrative interfaces.
Installation and Configuration of DSpace 7+
- Infrastructure requirements: databases, servers, and dependencies.
- Installing the DSpace REST API backend and the Angular UI frontend.
- Setting initial configurations and system parameters.
- Basic customization options, including language, appearance, and permissions.
- Best practices for deploying to production environments.
Administration, Usage, and Monitoring of DSpace 7+
- Managing communities, collections, and individual items.
- Handling user roles, permissions, and access control.
- Data and metadata import/export processes, including Batch Import and CSV handling.
- System monitoring and log management.
- Strategies for backup and data recovery.
- System updates and ongoing environment maintenance.
Development of Customizations and Plugins
- Understanding the DSpace 7+ development architecture.
- Frontend customization using the Angular UI, including layout, branding, and themes.
- Backend customization through the REST API, services, and event handling.
- Creating new components, extensions, and plugins.
- Adhering to best practices in DSpace development.
Integration with Other Tools and Systems
- Connecting DSpace to LDAP, SAML, and other authentication systems.
- Linking DSpace with external platforms such as library systems, CRIS, and data repositories.
- Utilizing and exposing DSpace REST APIs.
- Integrating with indexing, search, and metrics tools like Solr and Google Scholar.
- Automating processes and ensuring interoperability.
Best Practices for Managing Digital Repositories
- Implementing metadata policies and digital preservation strategies.
- Effectively structuring communities and collections.
- Managing rights and licensing, including Creative Commons.
- Enhancing repository accessibility, usability, and SEO.
- Developing security and scalability strategies for repository management.
Support, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting
- Diagnosing and resolving common operational issues.
- Monitoring performance and optimizing system efficiency.
- Planning upgrades and managing version control.
- Maintaining documentation and managing changes.
- Establishing technical support procedures for internal and external users.
Summary and Next Steps
- Recap of deployment, customization, and integration workflows.
- Overview of ongoing community support and the DSpace roadmap.
- Recommended next steps for team skill development and repository enhancement.
Requirements
- A solid understanding of web applications and server environments
- Practical experience with Linux command-line interfaces and database systems
- Familiarity with fundamental software development practices
Target Audience
- System administrators and repository managers
- Library IT staff and digital repository teams
- Developers involved in customizing or integrating DSpace environments
