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Indic Tech Internship Programme 2023/Easy Interface for Wikidata

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Goal

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To develop a user-friendly interface facilitating simplified item and property creation within Wikidata using Python (Flask framework) and HTML for the backend.Its an user-friendly interface for wikidata creation.

Problem Statement

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  1. Complexity in Wikidata Entry Creation: Wikidata's native interface might be complex or overwhelming for users unfamiliar with its structure.
  2. Limited Accessibility: Non-technical users might find it challenging to understand and use Wikidata efficiently.

Proposed Solution

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  1. Simplify Entry Creation: Create an intuitive, step-by-step process for users to add new items and properties to Wikidata.
  2. Enhance User Accessibility: Ensure the interface is user-friendly and understandable for individuals with varying technical backgrounds.
  3. Improve Navigation: Enable easy search and access to relevant items and properties within Wikidata.
  4. Integration with Wikidata API: Incorporate Wikidata API for enhanced functionality and data retrieval.

Tech Stack: Python Flask framework, Wikidata API, HTML5

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Future Enhancement

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  1. Proposed solution is only to create entity and claim in wikidata. Editing exiting entities will be an enhancement.
  2. Bulk edits and bulk item creations in wikidata