From 86dcf94ace8ae9a8b56b02389ec8b11bc0f63cf6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Rob Savoye Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2024 17:08:33 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] fix: Add deoc on validation --- docs/validation.md | 46 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 46 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/validation.md diff --git a/docs/validation.md b/docs/validation.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000000..63c170143d --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/validation.md @@ -0,0 +1,46 @@ +# Validation + +Validation is the final step of the mapping process. It is necessary +to ensure good quality data. Validation requires a slightly different +skill set than just being a good mapper. Being an experienced mapper is +a good start of course. + +For Tasking Manager, validators review the work of the remote +mappers. It is not unusual that features get misidentified by the +mappers due to poor imagery. Validators have much experience with +identifying obscure buildings types in different countries. + +Being a validator is more than being a mapper. As a person dealing +with quality issues, a validator is also a mentor to other mappers, +improving their skills as well. Mentoring of course requires an +ability to communicate mistakes with empathy and understanding, as we +all make mistakes... + +## References + +There are multiple good sources for information on validation for more detail. + +* After you’ve had some experience mapping, you may find yourself +correcting other contributors work. [/MissingMaps_validation_faq_en.pdf](https://www.missingmaps.org/assets/downloads/MissingMaps_validation_faq_en.pdf) + +* Before validating the work of others, you should be an experienced + mapper yourself. [Validating_Data_EN.pdf](https://www.missingmaps.org/assets/downloads/Validating_Data_EN.pdf) + +* Mappers wishing to become validators should take time to become + experienced at mapping and learn what validation entails before + submitting an application. [validators-experienced-mappers-making-an-outsized-difference/](https://www.hotosm.org/updates/validators-experienced-mappers-making-an-outsized-difference/) + +* Validation is the process of an experienced mapper reviewing the + mapping of the initial mapper of a project task. [Validation](https://learnosm.org/en/coordination/validation/) + +* In OpenStreetMap anyone can validate as long as they do not validate + their own work. However, they can validate another mapper's + contributions. [Validating Data](https://wiki.openstreetmap.org/wiki/Tasking_Manager/Validating_data) + +* Mappers that wish to become validators must have experience with + tracing and tagging complex features in OSM, outstanding image + interpretation skills, a positive attitude and manner towards other + users, and a willingness to learn new software. [Validation + hub](https://www.youthmappers.org/validation-hub) + + From ff7489fa274b3cdb6bda7e191b77f22c106186fe Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Rob Savoye Date: Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:10:00 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] fix: Add validation doc --- mkdocs.yml | 1 + 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+) diff --git a/mkdocs.yml b/mkdocs.yml index db971e1eb6..65a590de3c 100644 --- a/mkdocs.yml +++ b/mkdocs.yml @@ -88,5 +88,6 @@ nav: - Customize: sysadmins/customize.md - CI: sysadmins/ci-cd.md - Working Groups: working-groups.md + - Validation: validation.md - License: LICENSE.md # - Changelog: CHANGELOG.md