RDFaware

RDFaware is a software library designed to facilitate the integration and processing of data represented in the Resource Description Framework (RDF). RDF is a standard model for data interchange on the Web, allowing structured descriptions of resources. RDFaware aims to simplify the development of applications that consume, produce, or manipulate RDF data.

The library provides functionalities for parsing RDF data from various formats such as RDF/XML, Turtle, N-Triples, and JSON-LD. It also enables serialization of RDF data into these same formats. A core feature of RDFaware is its ability to represent RDF graphs in memory, allowing for efficient querying and manipulation. This in-memory representation typically uses a triple-based model, where data is stored as subject-predicate-object statements.

RDFaware often includes support for SPARQL, the standard query language for RDF. This allows developers to express complex queries against the RDF data held within the library. Beyond basic triple manipulation and querying, some implementations of RDFaware might offer features for schema management, validation against RDFS or OWL ontologies, and support for named graphs. The library is intended for use by developers building semantic web applications, data integration systems, or any project that requires working with linked data principles. Its primary goal is to abstract away some of the complexities of RDF handling, making it more accessible for developers.