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DKAN
Developer(s)CivicActions
Initial release2012
Written inPHP
TypeOpen Data Platform
LicenseGPL
Websitegetdkan.org

DKAN is an open-source platform built on the Drupal content management system, designed for managing and publishing open data. It is inspired by the Comprehensive Knowledge Archive Network (CKAN) and provides tools for the storage, publication, and management of datasets.[1]

History

DKAN was initially released on October 2, 2012, by NuCivic. In 2017, stewardship of the platform transitioned to CivicActions, signifying a commitment to further development and community involvement.[2] In 2020, the platform was rewritten to support versions of Drupal 8 and later, including compatibility with Drupal 9 and 10.


In 2020, DKAN underwent a significant rewrite to support Drupal 8, and it has since been updated to work with Drupal 9 and 10.

Features

DKAN offers several functionalities for open data management:

  • **Harvesting**: Enables the integration of data from external sources that provide a data.json file.[3]
  • **Metadata Management**: Provides tools for managing dataset metadata and associated resources.[4]
  • **API Integration**: Supports automation of dataset management through web service endpoints.[5]
  • **Data Storage**: Facilitates storing and querying of CSV data files.[6]

Usage

Various organizations and institutions utilize DKAN for their open data needs:

  • **Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services**: Uses DKAN to manage their open data portals.[7]
  • **Oak Ridge National Laboratory**: Collaborates with CivicActions using DKAN for open data projects.[8]
  • **Cambridgeshire Insight**: Employs DKAN to provide access to data for research and analysis.[9]


Comparison with CKAN

DKAN offers similar functionalities to CKAN but is distinguished by its integration into the Drupal ecosystem, providing modularity and enhanced customization options.[10]

References

  1. ^ "Open data platform DKAN changes hands". StateScoop. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  2. ^ "CivicActions Assumes Leadership of DKAN Project". Medium. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  3. ^ "DKAN Open Data Platform Overview". OrientMCT. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  4. ^ "Unlocking Transparency: Open Data Management and Metadata Standards with Drupal and DKAN". Drupal TV. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  5. ^ "Open Data with Drupal: DKAN 2". Dev.to. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  6. ^ "DKAN: Open Data as Content". Bluedrop. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
  7. ^ "Improving the online experience for Medicare beneficiaries with WECMS". Drupal.org. 20 June 2024. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
  8. ^ "CivicActions Partners with Oak Ridge National Laboratory on DKAN Open Data Project". The Drop Times. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
  9. ^ "About Cambridgeshire Insight Data Portal". Cambridgeshire Insight. Retrieved 10 October 2023.
  10. ^ "Comparison with CKAN". Drupal TV. Retrieved 30 August 2024.