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| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Article number | 101064 |
| Journal | Patterns |
| Volume | 5 |
| Issue number | 11 |
| Early online date | 1 Oct 2024 |
| Publication status | Published - 8 Nov 2024 |
Abstract
The reuse of research software is central to research efficiency and academic exchange. The application of software enables researchers to reproduce, validate, and expand upon study findings. The analysis of open-source code aids in the comprehension, comparison, and integration of approaches. Often, however, no further use occurs because relevant software cannot be found or is incompatible with existing research processes. This results in repetitive software development, which impedes the advancement of individual researchers and entire research communities. In this article, the DataDesc (Data Description) framework is presented—an approach to describing data models of software interfaces with machine-actionable metadata. In addition to a specialized metadata schema, an exchange format and support tools for easy collection and the automated publishing of software documentation are introduced. This approach practically increases the FAIRness, i.e., findability, accessibility, interoperability, and reusability, of research software as well as effectively promotes its impact on research.
Keywords
- FAIR, interface description, machine actionable, metadata schema, RDM, research data management, semantic software description, software documentation, software metadata, software publication, software reuse
ASJC Scopus subject areas
Sustainable Development Goals
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In: Patterns, Vol. 5, No. 11, 101064, 08.11.2024.
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AU - Kuckertz, Patrick
AU - Göpfert, Jan
AU - Karras, Oliver
AU - Neuroth, David
AU - Schönau, Julian
AU - Pueblas, Rodrigo
AU - Ferenz, Stephan
AU - Engel, Felix
AU - Pflugradt, Noah
AU - Weinand, Jann M.
AU - Nieße, Astrid
AU - Auer, Sören
AU - Stolten, Detlef
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