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Software and Hardware
The Digital Scholarship Center has the technology you need for research, data management, page layout and publishing, and even writing and compiling computer code.
In addition to the sources linked below for individual titles, the OSU Software Distribution Center licenses software for OSU faculty, students and employees. This service is provided by OSU Information Technology (IT). Visit the OSU Software Distribution Center website.
Another way to access software is via the OSU Virtual Lab.
Image editing and manipulation
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ImageMagickA free, open-source command-line driven software suite, used for editing and manipulating digital images. It can be used to create, edit, compose, or convert bitmap images, and supports a wide range of file formats, including JPEG, PNG, GIF, TIFF, and PDF.
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Adobe Creative CloudOSU faculty and staff can install a variety of Adobe products via Creative Cloud.
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GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP)A free and open source cross-platform image editor available for GNU/Linux, macOS, Windows and more operating systems. Provides much of the same functionality as Adobe Photoshop.
GIS and Mapping
Software
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ArcGIS ProFrom Esri, the flagship desktop GIS software. Oklahoma State University provides software access and training to all students and faculty via a site license.
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ArcGIS OnlineFrom Esri, the cloud based online mapping platform, available anywhere via the web.
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ArcGIS StoryMapsFrom Esri, the StoryMaps platform enables compelling narrative construction supported with data and maps.
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QGISThe preeminent free and open sources desktop GIS.
Training and Workshops
There's a variety of online training available and detailed on the McCasland Maps and Spatial Data website.
Expert Consultation
Kevin Dyke kdyke@okstate.edu
Text Mining and Analysis
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ConstellateAnalyze and visualize millions of journal articles and other documents using Digital Humanities tools. This platform from Ithaka (the producer of JSTOR) is an excellent starting point for exploring Digital Humanities with a low barrier to entry.
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HathiTrustHathiTrust is the platform for performing text analysis on the HathiTrust Digital Library, a collection of millions of volumes of published works of all kinds, including government documents.
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Voyant ToolsAn open-source, web-based application for performing text analysis. A great starting point
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AntConcA freely-available desktop corpus search and concordancing program available for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
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LIWCLinguistic Inquiry and Word Count (LIWC) is a paid tool for text analysis. Relatively affordable academic licenses are available.
Statistics and Data
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RStudioAn integrated development environment (IDE) for R and Python. It includes a console, syntax-highlighting editor that supports direct code execution, and tools for plotting, history, debugging, and workspace management. RStudio is available in open source and commercial editions and runs on the desktop (Windows, Mac, and Linux).
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OpenRefineA free, open source tool for working with messy data: cleaning it; transforming it from one format into another; and extending it with web services and external data.
- Stata (via Virtual Lab)
- SAS (via Virtual Lab)
- SPSS (via Virtual Lab)
- MATLAB (via Virtual Lab)
Training and Workshops
- Software and Data Carpentry (OSU Carpentry)
- Learning Statistics with R (free, online material)
Expert Consultation
Dani Kirsch danielle.kirsch@okstate.edu
Working in 3D
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Blender 3D SoftwareOur recommended software for getting started with 3D modelling. A powerful, open source, free, CAD software that works with Windows, Mac, and Linux computers
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ArcGIS ProFrom Esri, the flagship desktop GIS software. Oklahoma State University provides software access and training to all students and faculty via a site license.
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UnityA cross-platform game design engine that allows you to create in 3-D, 2-D, and more.
Training and Workshops
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Blender Fundamentals (YouTube playlist)A playlist containing 43 videos introducing you to the fundamentals of working in 3-D with Blender.
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Edmon Low Creative StudiosHoused alongside the Reserve Textbooks at Edmon Low, the technology available for checkout in Room 105 is focused on helping students record, prepare, and finalize content for personal or class use.
Expert Consultation
Shannon Austin (for Blender and 3D printing) (shannon.austin@okstate.edu)
Digital Exhibits and Publishing
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OmekaOpen-source web publishing platform for sharing digital collections and creating media-rich online exhibits.
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ArcGIS StoryMapsFrom Esri, the StoryMaps platform enables compelling narrative construction supported with data and maps.
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MiKTeXA free and open-source distribution of the TeX/LaTeX typesetting system for Microsoft Windows.
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ZoteroA free and open-source reference management software to manage bibliographic data and related research materials, such as PDF files.
Network Analysis
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GephiFree and open source, cross-platform, visualization and exploration software for all kinds of graphs and networks.
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Gephi LiteA web-based version of Gephi, great for getting started with networks.
Programming Languages and Tools
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RR is a programming language for statistical computing and graphics.
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RStudioAn integrated development environment (IDE) for R and Python. It includes a console, syntax-highlighting editor that supports direct code execution, and tools for plotting, history, debugging, and workspace management. RStudio is available in open source and commercial editions and runs on the desktop (Windows, Mac, and Linux).
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PythonPython is a high-level, general-purpose programming language. Its design philosophy emphasizes code readability with the use of significant indentation.
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AnacondaAnaconda is a distribution of the Python and R programming languages for scientific computing, that aims to simplify package management and deployment.
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GitFree and open source version control compatible with all operating systems.
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GitHubA cloud based version control site with social features.
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Notepad++A free and open-source text and source code editor for use with Microsoft Windows.
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Visual Studio CodeA free, cross-platform tool for writing and testing software.
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Visual Studio Code for the WebWeb-based version of VS Code, great for quick edits and smaller projects.
Transcription and Annotation
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WhisperAn automatic speech recognition (ASR) system.
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oTranscribeA free web app to assist audio transcription.
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VOSKOffline speech recognition, written in Python and easily installed on a variety of devices.
Contact DSC
Location
The DSC is located in the lower level of Edmon Low Library, next to McCasland Maps and Spatial Data.
Operating Hours
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Email: lib-dsc@okstate.edu
Closed on weekends and holidays
Consultation
If you are interested in learning more about how to use the Digital Scholarship Center or would like help understanding our services, use this form to contact us. Someone from our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible.