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Crash Course In Data Management

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Data management is an essential part of scientific research and is crucial for maximising the value of data. Crash Course in Data Management is an introductory course that equips researchers with the necessary skills for effective organisation and management of research data. Participants will gain knowledge of best practices in file naming, file organisation, data backup, data preservation and sharing. We will go through exercises and assignments to reinforce new knowledge.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.16993293

Licence: Creative Commons Attribution No Derivatives 4.0 International

Keywords: Data Management, Data Management Plan, DMP, File naming, File organisation, File structure, Versioning, Metadata, Standards, README, personal data, GDPR, Sensitive data, Backup strategy, Licensing

Target audience: Data Steward, Data Manager, Researchers, PhD Students

Resource type: lessons

Status: Active

Learning objectives:

  • Implement best practices in file naming and folder structuring
  • Define data storage and backup strategies
  • Determine the right license for your data/published results

Date created: 2025-09-08

Date modified: 2025-09-08

Date published: 2025-09-08

Authors: Heleri Inno

Scientific topics: Data management

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