Don't Use This Code is a professional training, coaching, and consulting company in operation since 2016.
We have recently been awarded a three-year NASA grant under the F.14 Transform to Open Science Training (TOPST) initiative, where we will deliver virtual training sessions as part of the multi-year initiative.
Upcoming Open Science Trainings
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Interested in running a private cohort for your oganization?
Email us openscience@dutc.io to set up a private training course for your graduate students, research staff, and employees!
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We share the latest community events, news, and tools in Open Science directly to your inbox!Training Goals
- Develop practical skills to elevate your work. Learn how to…
- Use tools like Git/GitHub, Python, Matplotlib, Jupyter Notebooks, and Zenodo
- Make research accessible, transparent, and reproducible
- Understand concepts, such as FAIR and CARE
- Draft Open Science and Data Management plans (required for ROSES solicitations)
- Earn a NASA Open Science digital badge on LinkedIn & ORCiD
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Frequently Asked Questions
What motivates NASA to prioritize open science?
NASA's commitment to open science aligns with its mission to explore, discover, and share knowledge for the betterment of humankind, maximizing the impact of its research for both current and future generations.
What is the cost of the training?
The DUTC NASA Open Science Skills Training is free and open to all. Only an ORCiD ID and email address are required to register.
Who would benefit the most from completing this training?
While it was developed primarily for research students and early career professionals, the training offers important takeaways and learning opportunities for participants at all career levels.
What skills are taught in this course?
The training covers a range of essential skills pertinent to open science practices. Some key skills taught in this course include data management, open publishing, and research workflow optimization. Overall, the training equips participants with practical skills necessary to effectively engage in open science practices.
How long does it take to complete the course?
The DUTC NASA Open Science Skills Training is provided online via Zoom over 2 days (~3 hours each day). All available dates for our public cohorts are listed on our website. If you are interested in a private training for members of your organization, please email us at openscience@dutc.io
How do I earn my NASA Open Science badge?
At the completion of the training, our team will send a badging recommendation list to NASA for processing (~30-90 days). The badge will be issued through Credly. The digital badge highlights the learner's achievement and knowledge in open science practices. The badge never expires and can be displayed on the participant's resume and professional social media accounts, such as LinkedIn.