Re: Transition to Community Group ?

One of the things that I found surprising at the American Library Association meeting in June was the sudden up-surge in interest in linked data from various corners of the library profession.  For that reason lane, it is wise to transition this XG into something that is more inclusive.  Although I missed the conference call on Thursday, I've been in the conversation with Gordon, Tom, Jodi and Karen about re-scoping the issues and recommendations section of the report to those places where linked data intersects with domain-specific data and practices.  Assuming that there was a consensus in the conference call to move away from discussion in the report of general/internal library data and practices, it would seem to make sense for the spirit of the XG to continue in a CG that broadened its focus to where the data of libraries-archives-museums collectively interface with the linked data world.

That said, and with the greatest appreciation and admiration for the work that Antoine, Tom and Emmanuelle devoted to shepherding the LLD-XG, I know that I don't have the extra time in my day job to help lead such an effort in at least the next eight to 12 month timeline.  If a LAM-CG were to come about I would certainly track its work and might be able to participate in its workings.

Best,


Peter

On Aug 4, 2011, at 12:15 PM, Emmanuelle Bermes wrote:
> 
> As discussed during our 2011-05-12 telecon [1], where Harry Halpin was invited, the W3C has created a new type of groups, called community groups (CG).
> CGs are expected to replace the previous incubator (XG) process ; actually, all living incubator groups were invited to transition to Community Groups.
>  
> The Library Linked Data XG has not transitioned though, mainly for 2 reasons : 
> - the XG was close to its end, even if we asked for a short extension, we still believe our work will be finished by the end of August;
> - if we were to transition to CG, we feel that it should not be "only" a library CG, but a LAM CG (Libraries, Archives, Museums).
>  
> This topic was discussed during our 2011-06-30 telecon [2].
> The minutes of this teleconference show that there is probably a consensus within the XG that we should transition to CG. While several local groups (like the ALA Linked Data Interest Group) or domain-specific groups (like the IFLA SW Special Interest Group) are being created, there is probably still a need for a more global initiative, and W3C can host such a global, cross-domain group. Moreover, CGs are not bound in time nor in members type (anyone can join) or number.
>  
> If the LLD XG is to transition to a LAM CG, that raises at least 2 issues : 
> - it would be necessary to draft a new charter (possibly based on or inspired by the LLD XG charter). It wouldn't be just transitionning, rather creating a new group as a result of the work of the XG.
> - we would need new chair(s). While Antoine, Tom and myself have been very happy to chair the XG, and all 3 of us acknowledge that it a was a great experience and very much appreciate the commitment of the group members, it is not possible for the 3 of us to maintain the level of involvement that is needed to launch a group in the coming weeks. 
>  
> For these reasons, we propose NOT TO transition the XG to community group right now. The creation of a LAM CG would be highly desirable, and we do support the idea. If anyone feels ready to volunteer to drive the creation of such a group, we will also be happy to help him/her/them with the W3C process and contacts. 
>  
> Feedback from anyone on this list is very welcome. 
> Emmanuelle
>  
>  
> [1] http://www.w3.org/2005/Incubator/lld/minutes/2011/05/12-lld-minutes.html
> [2] http://www.w3.org/2005/Incubator/lld/minutes/2011/06/30-lld-minutes.html


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