This initiative is a significant step towards fostering creative public service solutions and enhancing data-driven decision-making across Europe. The Skills Studio offers workshops, webinars and courses covering various aspects of data analytics, ensuring participants gain practical knowledge and hands-on experience. Here’s a closer look at the upcoming workshops:
Introduction to Geospatial Analytics - September 4, 2024
The first workshop in the series, Introduction to Geospatial Analytics, scheduled for September 4, 2024, focuses on the fundamental concepts and techniques of geospatial analytics. Participants will learn about spatial data, how to visualise it, and how to use geospatial analytics to make informed decisions. The workshop is designed to help public administrations leverage geospatial data to improve urban planning, manage natural resources, and enhance public services. By understanding and utilising geospatial data, participants can create more effective and sustainable solutions for various public administration challenges.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Introduction to Statistics - September 11, 2024
Next up is the Introduction to Statistics workshop on September 11, 2024. This workshop aims to introduce participants to the basics of statistical analysis, including key concepts such as probability, distributions, and statistical inference. Attendees will gain insights into how to collect, analyse, and interpret data, which is crucial for evidence-based decision-making. For public administrators, mastering these statistical skills is essential for analysing trends, evaluating policies, and making data-driven decisions that can positively impact their communities.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Introduction to Graph Analytics - September 18, 2024
In this workshop, we will delve into the principles and applications of graph analytics. Participants will learn how to analyse and visualise relationships within data using graph theory. This workshop is particularly valuable for understanding complex networks, such as social networks, transportation systems, and communication networks. By applying graph analytics, public administrations can uncover patterns and insights that can lead to more efficient and effective public services, from optimising traffic flow to detecting fraud in social services.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Dashboards for data visualisation: Analysing and presenting traffic accident insights - October 2, 2024
In this workshop, we will explore the core principles of data visualization, focusing on how to analyze and present static geospatial data effectively. Participants will learn how to manage and visualize datasets using Python, PostgreSQL, Metabase, and QGIS. The workshop will utilize a practical use case involving the visualization of traffic accident data, leveraging the tools provided by the BDTI platform.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Communicating complex datasets: Integrating real-time data for urban insights - October 16, 2024
In this workshop, we will explore the fundamentals of data visualisation, focusing on how to effectively communicate complex datasets. Participants will learn to integrate and visualise real-time data, a crucial skill for understanding urban dynamics and environmental conditions. This workshop will demonstrate these concepts through a practical use case involving real-time traffic and air quality monitoring, using the tools available on the BDTI platform.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Harnessing climate data: Classification and predictive analytics for tourism - November 6, 2024
In this workshop, we will introduce key theoretical concepts in data classification and predictive analytics. Participants will learn how to use historical data to classify and predict future outcomes, a fundamental skill in data science. These concepts will be illustrated through a practical use case involving the Tourism Climate Index (TCI), using tools currently offered by BDTI.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Predictive modelling and real-time analysis: Real-time forecasting and monitoring of bicycle use - November 20, 2024
In this workshop, participants will learn to forecast bicycle traffic in Paris using historical data and compare the predictions with real-time data. This practical use case will demonstrate the entire process, from analysing historical data to generating forecasts and visualising both forecasted and real-time data.
Additionally, participants will learn how to set up an automated pipeline to continuously update and visualise real-time data, providing valuable insights for urban planning and promoting sustainable transportation.
This workshop has finished, watch the recording here
Natural Language processing & data visualisation: Enhancing citizen participation - December 11, 2024
This workshop will explore the fundamentals of Natural Language Processing (NLP) and data visualisation. We will focus on extracting insights from large-scale surveys that use free-form answers in part of their questions (answer boxes where you can type in anything). Participants will learn how to perform basic NLP tasks (like sentimental analysis of text) and data visualisation of text responses and survey answers.
Empowering public services through data analytics
The BDTI Skills Studio is a platform for empowering public administrations with the tools needed to harness the power of data. By participating, they can contribute to more efficient, transparent, and innovative public services. The hands-on approach ensures that participants are not simply passive learners but active practitioners who can apply their new skills to real-world problems.
The launch of the BDTI Skills Studio marks a significant milestone in the journey towards data-driven governance. With workshops tailored to cover essential aspects of data analytics, the initiative aims to build a community of informed and skilled individuals capable of driving public service innovation.
For more information and to register for the workshops, visit the BDTI Skills Studio.
Details
- Publication date
- 23 July 2024 (Last updated on: 9 September 2024)
- Author
- Directorate-General for Digital Services