Wikimedia CEE Meeting 2024/Submissions/Bots and Wikimedia

ID : 44 Bots and Wikimedia
Author(s): -Fatih- Username(s): -Fatih- Type of submission: Lecture
Affiliation: Wikimedia Community User Group Turkey Theme(s): Education
Abstract:

In this presentation, the advantages and disadvantages of using bots on Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects are discussed. Bots enable speed and consistency in information updates and data management, enabling large-scale changes to be implemented quickly and effectively. However, quality control issues such as automation errors, misunderstandings, and malicious use can also occur.

Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ZAP_2B9ifQrXW4jV9pzHNRjtPSrEjhSu/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=109274833619375410586&rtpof=true&sd=true
Level of advancement: Basic
Special requirements: No
How will this session be beneficial for the communities in the region of CEE?

After this presentation, it will be a very useful explanation for the participants to see what can be done with bots and the benefits and harms of bots.


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