Coding with XML for Efficiencies in Cataloging and Metadata: Practical applications of XSD, XSLT, and XQuery

This handbook will assist cataloguers when creating metadata for sharing bibliographic records or digital collections on the web and provides examples of how to use XLML or XSLT scripting with library records.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2019
Publisher: Facet Publishing

This comprehensive guide is a must-read for anyone seeking to gain a rapid understanding of XML and its widespread usage in libraries today. XML, along with its supporting technologies such as XSD, XSLT, and XQuery, empowers librarians to leverage powerful, XML-aware applications, facilitates the interoperability and sharing of XML metadata, and enables the full potential of XML to support more efficient and effective library cataloguing and metadata workflows. While it is not the sole technology in a modern cataloguer or metadata librarian's toolkit, a solid grasp of XML remains essential and valuable for those working in contemporary bibliographic control or information discovery services. Even seasoned cataloguers who are familiar with the intricacies of MARC records may occasionally require assistance and guidance when creating metadata for sharing bibliographic records or digital collections on the web.

The Association for Library Collections & Technical Services (ALCTS) has produced this handbook to demonstrate how XML and associated technologies can be employed to edit metadata on a large scale, streamline and enhance metadata and cataloguing workflows, and extract, manipulate, and construct MARC records and other formats and types of library metadata. With 58 sample coding examples spread throughout, the book covers essential background information, including a concise review of XML basics, transforming XML metadata into HTML schema languages, and workflows for XML validation. It also introduces XPath and XSLT, showcasing their applications in cataloguing workflows. Additionally, the book delves into the basics of XQuery, including its use cases, XQuery expressions, and functions.

This handbook is designed to be a valuable resource for librarians, cataloguers, and metadata specialists, providing them with practical insights and techniques to leverage XML and associated technologies in their work. Whether you are new to XML or seeking to expand your knowledge and skills in this field, this handbook will offer you the guidance and tools you need to succeed in your library operations.

Weight: 326g
Dimension: 229 x 177 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781783303694