Adopting open-source in local government
Scaling open source in local government isn’t a technology problem, it’s a confidence one. Work with us to start to tackle it.
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We’re piloting NDX:Try, a new platform to help local councils test digital services before they buy
We recently launched a pilot for NDX:Try to help local councils try new and innovative digital and AI services for free before deciding whether to buy them. You can access the service here: ndx.digital.cabinet-office.gov.uk The platform will provide secure, time-limited …
Build your Docs career event: our recap
Catch up on all the highlights from our Build your Docs career conference.
We’ve combined the Technology Leaders and Digital Leaders Networks
The Technology Leaders Network (TLN) and the Digital Leaders Network (DLN) recently merged.
Develop API best practice with the cross-government community
We’ve been working with the cross-government community to set standards in APIs.
Come and join us at StackTech 3 in October
StackTech is a cross-government unconference that brings together technologists to discuss common issues and solutions. The event is a great opportunity to network and meet new people. Our third StackTech will be held on 24 October from 09:30 to 16:00 …
We’ve released a recruitment guide for technical architects
GDS is recruiting for more technical architects and we want to attract some of the best talent out there. We’ve published a recruitment guide to provide information to candidates.
Providing access to datasets through APIs
In this blog post I’ll discuss our thoughts on providing access to datasets through APIs. My thoughts are based on experiences with the Registers team, who have been conducting user research into how people use data, and agree with the …
Reporting back on cross-government StackTech2
In November 2016, roughly 2 years after the original StackTech unconference, we held StackTech2 in London, open to all cross-government technologists.
How we represent data when developing APIs
At GDS, “make things open,” is something you hear on a daily basis. In my new role as the GDS Open Standards Lead, I’m helping to make sure we do this, ensuring we choose the best open standards, and promote …
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