Data Bites - Creating README Files for Research Data
Workshop: Creating README Files for Research Data
This hands-on workshop, delivered by the UBC Library Research Data Management team, introduces the importance of README files in documenting research data for long-term access and reuse. Designed for graduate students, researchers, and staff, the session provides practical guidance for creating clear, consistent, and useful data documentation.
Participants will learn how to:
- Identify the key components of an effective README file, including dataset description, file structure, and usage instructions
- Apply best practices to improve data transparency, usability, and alignment with FAIR principles
- Use templates and open tools to create and maintain README files throughout the research lifecycle
Location: ONLINE
(A Zoom link will be sent to registrants 3 hours before the event starts.)
- Date:
- Monday, June 2, 2025
- Time:
- 12:30pm - 1:00pm
- Categories:
- Data Digital Scholarship Research Commons Research Data Management
- Presenter(s):
- Eugene Barsky, Vanessa Choy