How to Use the CEIST Tool on data.gov.ie

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CEIST is Ireland’s Open Data Community Education and Support Tool. It is available to publishers on data.gov.ie and is designed to foster collaboration where publishers can connect to exchange best practices, ask questions and share resources.

CEIST offers an intuitive and accessible way to enhance your publishing journey. Here’s how to make the most of it.

Getting Started with CEIST

Visit data.gov.ie and log in with your publisher credentials.

Navigate to the CEIST section from the main menu or dashboard.

You’ll be greeted by a user-friendly interface designed to help you find and contribute to discussions with ease.

Start a New Discussion

Have a question, idea, or challenge you'd like to explore with the community?

- Click “New Topic” to start a discussion.

- Add a clear title and a concise description of your topic.

- You can also attach pictures or links to provide context or background information.

This is a great way to gather insights and feedback or to highlight innovative approaches to data publishing.

Engage with the Community

CEIST thrives on active participation. You can:

- Browse existing topics to see what others are discussing.

- Join conversations by commenting, asking follow-up questions, or offering your own expertise.

- React to posts to show support or agreement.

Whether you're troubleshooting a technical issue or exploring new metadata standards, there's always something to learn from your peers.

Why Use CEIST?

- Collaborate with experienced data publishers and open data advocates.

- Learn from real-world examples and practical advice.

- Contribute to the growth and maturity of Ireland’s Open Data ecosystem.

- Stay informed about emerging trends, tools, and standards.

For more information or support, visit data.gov.ie or contact the Open Data Unit at the Department of Public Expenditure Infrastructure Public Service Reform and Digitalisation (opendata@per.gov.ie).