Library Carpentry: MarcEdit Overview and Schedule

Library Carpentry offers a comprehensive lesson on automating editing steps in MarcEdit by creating tasks and tasklists. This requires a basic knowledge of the MARC21 standard. The schedule may vary depending on the topics and exercises chosen by the instructor.

MarcEdit is a powerful tool for manipulating MARC data in bulk, providing flexibility in creating, viewing, and editing MARC records. The software’s features are detailed on the MarcEdit website.

Overall, the Library Carpentry lessons aim to equip individuals in library- and information-related roles with the skills to work efficiently with data. Whether it’s OpenRefine, Unix Shell, or MarcEdit, these lessons provide valuable insights and practical training for handling data effectively.