Description
Mirror
Mirror is a free and open-source project that helps museums share their inventory. It's pretty cool because it allows museums to get their collections out there for everyone to see!
Best Practices for Sharing Data
The best practices for this have been set by NASA using the OAIS conceptual model. Many places around the globe have shown that OAI-PMH is super important for sharing digital data.
Dublin Core Metadata
If you're using an OAI-PMH compliant system, then you're probably working with Dublin Core metadata. This defines the basic info needed about items in a museum collection.
Museums in the 21st Century
As we move into the 21st century, museums might find themselves in a tricky spot when it comes to meeting standards. It can be tough!
Collection Management Challenges
Collection inventory managers often deal with standalone apps for managing collections. Plus, they need to share metadata in Dublin Core format with other applications like DSPace or OMEKA. That can feel like juggling!
Simplifying Metadata Mapping
This is where Mirror comes in! It makes life easier for managers by providing a simple way to map .csv export files to Dublin Core elements.
User Reviews for Mirror FOR MAC 1
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for Mirror FOR MAC
Mirror FOR MAC is a lifesaver for museums, offering a simple solution to share inventory data effortlessly. Highly recommended for museum professionals.