Basic Semantic References
This is a collection of references on semantics for people new to the field. Pick and choose from the following according to your interests (and available time.
Wikipedia and Similar
- Semantic Web on Wikipedia — as usual, decent information overview, with a wide variety of good references
- W3C Semantic Web Use Cases — variety of applications and use cases of the years, sortable by facets (naturally)
Semantic Basics
- Controlled Vocabularies per MMI— why semantics are important
- Linked Data Tools: Semantic Data for the masses (Goddard) — nice short 2010 paper, still valid 2 years later
Semantics and Linked Open Data
- Linked Open Data video — very nicely produced and short video on LOD
- LOD the Essentials (PDF) — detailed overview of Linked Open Data, with organizational examples
- Using semantics with Linked Data and SKOS — a presentation with good concepts