I didn't take the entire series, but Robert Chavez was a good instructor for the SPARQL courses. I came in knowing most of the basics of SPARQL, but the SPARQL 2 course was extremely helpful for seeing what more could be done with SPARQL/linked data in general.

I also found the PHP/APIs one with Caleb Tucker-Raymond quite useful, though I knew a good deal about PHP beforehand so I can't say how that course would be to those without that background. The course was what I needed to put together two things I was already pretty familiar with.

-----Original Message-----
From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Andrew Weidner
Sent: Thursday, November 05, 2015 10:18 AM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?

I've taken a number of courses with Library Juice and had really good learning experiences.

The series on XML and RDF based systems is excellent:

http://libraryjuiceacademy.com/certificate-xml-rdf.php

As are the courses on metadata design and implementation:

http://libraryjuiceacademy.com/105-metadata-design.php
http://libraryjuiceacademy.com/106-metadata-implementation.php

The time commitment is substantial, but the instructors have been very flexible about turning in assignments after the deadlines.

Andrew

On Wed, Nov 4, 2015 at 9:38 PM, Patricia Farnan <[log in to unmask]>
wrote:

> The managers in my library wanted to try out the courses to see what 
> they were like, so I was able to be one of the 'experiments' when I 
> did the PHP & APIs course. Some others did a management course which 
> they didn't find nearly as good as I found mine. So I guess I was the 
> lucky one to get a good instructor!
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf 
> Of davesgonechina
> Sent: Wednesday, 28 October 2015 12:55 PM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
>
> I've not taken any classes on LibraryJuice mainly because I find their 
> course descriptions too thin. The Data Management course has a better 
> description than most, but perhaps I've been spoiled by Coursera where 
> I can see a syllabus, schedule, and materials before deciding to pay 
> any fees. I'm wondering, those of you who have taken a LibraryJuice 
> course, what attracted you to it and how did the experience match or 
> differ from your expectations?
>
> Dave
>
> On Wed, Oct 28, 2015 at 2:58 AM, Folds, Dusty <[log in to unmask]>
> wrote:
>
> > Yes, I concur with these comments. Just be aware of the time 
> > commitment that will be involved. That's where I ran into problems, too.
> >
> > Dusty
> >
> > ------------------------------------------------------------------
> > Dusty Folds, MLIS
> > Information Literacy and Digital Learning Librarian Assistant 
> > Professor University of Montevallo Carmichael Library Station 6108 
> > Montevallo, AL 35115
> > P: 205-665-6108
> > F: 205-665-6112
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> >
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf 
> > Of REESE-HORNSBY, TWYLA
> > Sent: Tuesday, October 27, 2015 1:47 PM
> > To: [log in to unmask]
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
> >
> > I started a course (Introduction to XML) through Library Juice a 
> > year ago.  I wasn't able to finish it due to some personal 
> > challenges but I still have access to the archived class which is 
> > great.  Like Patricia, I found the content very useful but 
> > underestimated how much time I needed to read and study the material.  Four weeks goes fast!
> > The instructor also scheduled times to meet online for questions.
> >
> > I did have trouble getting used to the Moodle platform but I think 
> > it has since been upgraded to be more user friendly.
> >
> > I am seriously considering taking another course in the near future.
> >
> > Best,
> >
> > Twyla Reese-Hornsby
> > Public Service Librarian | J. Ardis Bell Library Tarrant County 
> > College Northeast Campus | Office: NLIB 2127A
> > 828 W. Harwood Rd. |Hurst, TX 76054
> > 817-515-6365 | Fax: 817-515-6275
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> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf 
> > Of Patricia Farnan
> > Sent: Monday, October 26, 2015 9:40 PM
> > To: [log in to unmask]
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
> >
> > I recently did a course through Library Juice on PHP & APIs, and I 
> > found it really useful and easy to follow (well, easy for my poor 
> > brain to follow. I still had to re-read my notes and re-listen to 
> > certain parts of each video, to really let things sink in). The 
> > instructor was very good at staying in touch with students and
> interacting.
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Code for Libraries [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf 
> > Of BWS Johnson
> > Sent: Tuesday, 27 October 2015 4:14 AM
> > To: [log in to unmask]
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Library Juice - thoughts?
> >
> > Salvete!
> >
> >      I'm going to be exceedingly naughty in replying to this. I used 
> > to teach a course on Koha for Rory, so obviously I'm heavily biased.
> >
> >      I taught twice, and as a fringe perq, he let instructors take 
> > certain courses gratis.
> >
> >      I would say overall that you're in for a treat. When it first 
> > started it was a small experimental thing. A lot of the students'
> > experiences varied widely by how much they participated and which 
> > instructor they selected. Rory has gone out of his way over the 
> > years to solidify the lineup so that you get a good instructor. 
> > Compared to my University, they are WAY cheaper. They weren't as 
> > comprehensive as my University, but hey, that would be a really high 
> > bar. Also, they're designed with someone that's working full time in mind.
> >
> >
> >      As far as I know, they're still using Moodle, so if you're 
> > familiar with that platform, you'll be right at home.
> >
> >      The time commitment will vary by course, as well. I bet that 
> > Rory would give you your instructor's email in advance to feel 
> > things out and see how heavy the workload might be.
> >
> >      So yeah, go for it!
> >
> > Hope this helped,
> > Brooke
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