Subscribe to datasets: new CKAN feature explained
Datopian has launched a new CKAN feature that allows users to subscribe to datasets. This is an opt-in feature that sends users an email notification when a dataset to which they are subscribed is changed or updated. Let’s take a look at the feature in more detail. (more…)
Getting CKAN 2.9 over the line
The CKAN tech team has started the formal process of releasing the next CKAN 2.9 version. This will be the most significant CKAN version so far, packing a host of new features and improvements at all levels, but also important internal changes under the hood that will allow it to evolve and grow in the...Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) Launches CKAN Open Data Portal
Istanbul, one of the largest cities in Europe, has launched its Open Data Portal powered by CKAN. The initial announcement was made by Mayor Imamoglu on January 18th, 2020. (more…)New patch releases available for CKAN 2.8.x, 2.7.x and 2.6.x
The CKAN technical team is happy to announce that the new patch releases for 2.8.x, 2.7.x and 2.6.x are now available to download and install. These patch releases fix important bugs and security issues, so users should upgrade as soon as possible to the latest patch release for the CKAN version they are using. Patch...The CKAN Tech Team welcomes its newest member: Jari Voutilainen
We are happy to announce that Jari Voutilainen (@Zharktas) has become the latest member of the CKAN Tech Team. Jari has been an active member of the CKAN community for a long time, with his first contributions dating back to 2014. Since then he has been regularly involved with the CKAN community, helping other users...Migrating our mailing lists
During CKAN long history, public community channels have played a crucial role on its development and adoption. The mailing lists are a really important part of these channels, allowing the community to request and provide support, showcase work and discuss issues related to the project. The current mailing lists ([email protected] and [email protected]) have been kindly...
New patch releases for CKAN 2.8, 2.7 and 2.6 now available
The CKAN technical team is happy to announce that the new patch releases for 2.8.x, 2.7.x and 2.6.x are now available to download and install. These patch releases fix important bugs and security issues, so users should upgrade as soon as possible to the latest patch release for the CKAN version they are using. Patch...
The CKAN on Python 3 Initiative. Get Involved!
One of the major initiatives the CKAN Stewards are focused on delivering in 2019 is CKAN compatibility with Python 3. In this post I’ll give an overview of what we envisage for shipping CKAN on Python 3, and how interested developers, users, and vendors can take part. TL;DR The CKAN Stewards and CKAN Technical Team...