viklik

Viklik is an open-source platform and accompanying methodology for collaborative knowledge curation that emphasizes semantic connections between entries. It aims to create an interconnected body of notes, data items, and references that can be browsed, edited, and verified by multiple contributors.

The name viklik is a blend of elements suggesting exploration and linking, reflecting its focus on building navigable networks of related concepts rather than isolated documents.

Viklik originated in 2019 from a collaboration among librarians, educators, and developers seeking to improve knowledge management in distributed teams. The first public release appeared in 2020, followed by subsequent versions that introduced graph-based data modeling, provenance tracking, and enhanced citation workflows.

Core features include a wiki-style editor, a semantic graph for representing relationships, support for citations and provenance, version history, access control, and an API for extensions. Data are typically stored in a graph database and can be exported to standard formats used in knowledge graphs, enabling interoperability with other tools and platforms.

Usage and reception have been varied. Proponents cite improved discoverability, traceability, and collaborative editing workflows, especially in academic and research settings. Critics point to a potentially steep learning curve, the complexity of managing semantic links, and concerns about privacy and data governance in larger, community-edited repositories.

Viklik is related to broader concepts such as knowledge graphs, the semantic web, and wiki-based knowledge bases, representing an approach that combines collaborative authorship with structured data modeling.